Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who is my advisor?
  2. I want to transfer into a major in Human Sciences. What do I need to do?
  3. I have the required GPA to transfer into Human Sciences. What do I need to do now?
  4. What do I do if I want to transfer out of Human Sciences?
  5. What if I do not know what I want to major in?
  6. I want to participate in the Joseph S. Bruno Auburn Abroad in Italy prgram. What do I need to do?
  7. What do I need to do if I am on academic warning?
  8. What is the procedure to get a grade forgiven (GAP)?
  9. How can I take courses at another school while remaining an Auburn student?
  10. What must be done in order to graduate? What is a Graduation Credit Check?
  11. How do I get on a waiting list for a certain class?
  12. I am coming to Auburn, and I am interested in the College of Human Sciences. How do I set up a visit to the campus?
  13. I have a hold on my schedule and it says to use an "Alternate pin for registration" How do I get this fixed?


  1. Who is my advisor?

    2. Students should call 334-844-4790 for this information.

  2. I want to transfer into a major in Human Sciences. What do I need to do?

    3. Students are required to have a certain Auburn University GPA to transfer into Human Sciences.

    Institutional GPA requirements:
         AMDP 2.0 adjusted
         HDFS 2.0 adjusted
         HRMT 2.0 adjusted
         NDHM 2.0 adjusted
         INDS – separate application process More Information Here.

  3. I have the required GPA to transfer into Human Sciences. What do I need to do now?

    4. Pick up your folder from your current college. Bring the folder to 266 Spidle Hall and make an appointment to transfer in.

  4. What do I do if I want to transfer out of Human Sciences?

    5. You will need to contact the college you want to transfer into. Once you have their approval, you will need to pick up your folder from 266 Spidle.

  5. What if I do not know what I want to major in?

    6. You need to visit the Career Development Center. They are located on the 3rd floor of Mary Martin Hall. Their website is www.auburn.edu/career

  6. I want to participate in the Joseph S. Bruno Auburn Abroad in Italy program. What do I need to do?

    7. Contact Dr. Susan Hubbard or Dr. Carol Warfield to have them answer additional questions you might have. You can also visit the Joseph S. Bruno Auburn Abroad in Italy website to find out more information.

  7. What do I need to do if I am on academic warning?

    8. An "academic warning" is imposed at the end of any semester for which the student's cumulative Grade Point Average falls below 2.00.

    The warning indicates that the student might be suspended from Auburn University if her/his Grade Point Average continues to drop. Students on warning should see their advisor and inquire about resources for academic assistance.

  8. What is the procedure to get a grade forgiven (GAP)?

    9. You must call 844-4790 to schedule a GAP appointment. You have to come to 266 Spidle to GAP a class, this can not be done over phone, fax or email.

  9. How can I take courses at another school while remaining an Auburn student?

    10. To take courses at another school, students need a "transient form" from the Registrar's Office. Students must have this form completed by their Dean's College. This form can be obtained in 266 Spidle. This form requires 24 – 48 hours for approval. Transient forms can not be faxed. Concurrent enrollment (being enrolled in another institution while taking classes at Auburn) requires Dean's approval on transient form.

  10. What must be done in order to graduate? What is a Graduation Credit Check?

    11. In order to graduate, students must register for UNIV 4AA0 – HS, perform a credit check and complete a diploma application with a College of Human Sciences advisor. Appointments are made by calling 844-4790.

  11. How do I get on a waiting list for a certain class?

    12. The College of Human Sciences Academic Affairs Office does not keep wait lists for classes. Students should contact the individual departments for wait list information. Wait lists are not kept for all courses.

    Consumer Affairs - 308 Spidle Hall or 334 844-4084
    Human Development and Family Studies - 203 Spidle Hall or 334 844-4151
    Nutrition, Dietetics, and Hospitality Management - 328 Spidle Hall or 334 844-4261

  12. I am coming to Auburn, and I am interested in the College of Human Sciences. How do I set up a visit to the campus?

    13. If you would like to visit the College of Human Sciences, please call (334)844-4790 to set up an appointment with an academic advisor.

  13. I have a hold on my schedule and it says to use an "Alternate pin for registration" How do I get this fixed?

    14. You must visit your academic advisor to have your PIN reset. Once it has been reset, it will be 111111.