Q&A for Augusta State University Transient Students

	Transient Students
	A Transition Support tool from Augusta State University Academic Advisement

What is a transient student?: A transient student is a degree candidate at another institution ("home institution") who is granted the privilege of temporary registration at Augusta State University for up to two terms of consecutive enrollment. Every student registered at Augusta State University accepts the official academic regulations (refer to the current ASU Catalog).
How do I register for classes at ASU?: The available courses are posted online near the beginning of Early Registration each semester. As a transient student, you should seek advising assistance in the department(s) offering the course(s) in which you wish to enroll if you have any questions. After selecting courses and establishing necessary on-line permissions (prerequisite bypass, permission only, etc.), follow the registration procedure outlined in UMAC's Registration Help.
Prerequisites are critical!
Consult the current ASU catalog and/or the academic department
offering the courses for which you intend to register.
Prior to registration, submit to the chair of the
department in which the course is offered
a transcript showing successful completion
of required prerequisite courses.
The department must grant permission on-line before you may register for that course.
When may transient students register for classes?: Transients register as a category, not by class year. Consult the published campus schedule for the day and time for 'transient' registration.
What courses will be accepted by my home institution?: To find out how courses taken as a transient at ASU will apply toward your degree program, consult with an advisor at your home institution.
What about Financial Aid?: To receive Financial Aid to attend ASU, you must have previously made arrangements with the Financial Aid Office at your home institution. If you are to receive financial aid, you should be prepared to pay fees by the due date and be reimbursed by your home institution after the term has begun.
How do I have my ASU grades reported to my home institution?: As a courtesy to transient students, Augusta State University Student Records automatically reports your grades to your home institution. Any holds on a student's record should be cleared before grades are released.
How may a transient continue at ASU?: To renew your status as transient after two terms, you must reapply to Augusta State University, submit written approval from your home institution, and schedule an interview with the ASU Director of Admissions.; To learn about transferring to ASU, consult the ASU Admissions Office.
What about ID cards, parking permits, and books?: All students should have an JagCard student ID made when beginning at ASU. After paying your fees, take the receipt and a photo ID by the Student Activities Office (Jaguar Student Activities Center). This permanent card must be validated for each term of enrollment. The JagCard serves as your library card, is necessary for use of campus facilities and labs, allows free transportation on Augusta public buses, and provides free admission to most ASU plays, Lyceum programs, films, and home games.; Every student parking on campus must have an ASU parking sticker displayed on his or her car. These parking permits, valid through Summer term, may be purchased in ASU Public Safety (off Arsenal Avenue behind Allgood Hall).; Buy your textbooks after you have registered. The ASU Bookstore (Washington Hall, first floor) has extended hours on the first two days of each term. A used book exchange (Washington Hall lobby) is operated at various times during the first several days of classes (See posted hours).
Locations and Phone Numbers: ASU Admissions - Benet House - (706) 737-1632 ASU Student Records and Registrar - Payne Hall, 1st floor - (706) 737-1409 ASU Financial Aid - Payne Hall, 2nd floor - (706) 737-1431 ASU Student Activities - Jaguar Student Activities Center - (706) 737-1609 UMAC - Washington Hall, 3rd floor - (706) 731-7979 Q&A: Where's What? includes more campus locations and phone numbers.