Early-Entry Advising
We are here to assist you on your path through early entry into your degree program. All students meet with the early-entry advisor for assistance in selecting and enrolling in courses that matter most to you. Many courses apply to the general education requirements and/or specific degree requirements, our early-entry advisor will guide you in selecting courses that are right for your situation. In many instances you can cross off multiple requirements with a single course.
The online format of these courses opens up the benefits of early entry to students from anywhere, removing scheduling and travel barriers. You may also choose to take any of our 100 & 200-level face-to-face or traditional classroom courses if you are near campus or have time in your schedule to drive to campus.
Whatever your reason for taking these courses, we applaud your ambition and want to see you succeed. This program thrives on seeing students continually finding the joy in learning.
Early-Entry Catalog
Use this catalog to select early-entry courses that are right for you. Bring those course choices to your enrollment appointment with your early-entry advisor. Remember to share this catalog with your friends, so they can also benefit from early-entry coursework.
* Catalog may not list all available courses as courses change each semester.
Benefits of Early Entry:
You will find there are many benefits to taking an early-entry course, such as:
Growth in Areas of Interest
An opportunity to study a subject you are passionate about at a higher level.
Continued Challenge
Find increased levels of challenge in subject areas you excel.
Earn Dual Credit
With approval from your school administrators, you can earn dual credit for these courses.
Discounted Tuition
A substantial savings on your education. The more classes you take, the more you save!
Early-Entry Courses by Area of Interest
General Education Category List
This list describes what each general education category denotation means. Learn more about general education requirements.
A ………………………….....…………………Humanities and Fine Art
B ……………………….......……….Social and Behavioral Sciences
C ……………………………………………….……………Communication
D ……………………………….…………………………Cultural Diversity
G ………………………………...………….....……Global Perspectives
R ……………………………......…..………….Quantitative Reasoning
S ………………………………..........………Science and Technology
W…………………………....…………..............................……Wellness
L........................................................................Digital Literacy
Benefits of Early Entry:
Efficient use of your courses in planning your degree path is important, here is how early-entry courses can help you stay on track with your educational goals.
A Head Start on General Education Courses
Get some high-demand general education courses out of the way before you get to campus.
Efficient Schedule Planning
Planning your courses efficiently frees up extra space in your future college schedule for a double major, to graduate early, or stay on track to graduate on time.
Time to Focus
Freeing up time in your future college schedule allows you to focus on classes that demand more of your time (e.g. internships).
Student Stories
Course Registration
Before registering for a course you will meet with an early-entry advisor. Your advisor will discuss course options for your intended major or area of study to help you make the best use of your course selections. After your course selection(s) is made, your advisor will register you for that course. You will not need to do anything other than to be sure to meet with your advisor.
For questions regarding the application process, contact:
Office of Admission
1-800-488-NDSU
ndsu.admission@ndsu.edu
For all other early-entry questions, contact:
Office of Teaching and Learning
701-231-7015
ndsu.otl@ndsu.edu
Benefits of Early Entry:
The social benefits of early-entry courses are especially important for students who will be entering college in the near future.
Making Connections
Getting to know some instructors and support staff before you get to campus gives you a friendly starting point when questions arise.
Having Systems Set up
Having all of your campus systems (e.g. email, Blackboard) set-up before you get to campus, allows you to focus on making friends and adjusting to campus life.
Support From Your Existing Systems
Get used to higher education in a familiar environment with your existing support systems readily available to you.
Early-Entry Postcard
As an educator you may be looking for ways for your students to find new challenge and to help grow their passion in a particular subject. If your student is finding their course options are limited in a specific subject area, help them find an early-entry course that can keep them moving forward. Distribute this postcard to any student, parent, or school district who is interested in this program.
