Locating their course sequence on the UVI website in the Academics tab (select your
area of study, then click on course sequence)
How do I make sure that I have satisfied all of the requirements for my major?
Students must talk with their faculty advisor and complete a degree evaluation to
make sure all graduation requirements are satisfied.
Is there a minimum grade for courses?
Many majors require a minimum of C in courses specific to their majors. Students
should always check the catalog or verify with their faculty advisor, chairperson, and/or dean.
How can I improve my GPA?
Students can improve their GPAs by repeating classes in which they earned low or failing
grades; in addition to working with their CSS advisor and faculty advisor to create
success plans for getting back to academic good standing. Some students also do the
Sophomore Boost summer program to learn skill sets needed to improve their outlook
and approaches to academic success in addition to retaking a class once they have
completed the program.
What should I do if I am struggling in a class?
Locate, schedule, and keep appointments with tutors / learning assistants
Review your habits and change habits that do not work in your favor for academic success.
Create a manageable daily, weekly, monthly, and/or semester schedule (time management)
include your academic, work, social, and personal obligations. Remember to add breaks,
meals, and sleep in your schedule as well.
Visit the Learning Centers and Writing Center
Visit your CSS advisor, faculty advisor, and/or campus counselor to discuss what is
going on, your academic options, and strategies for success
Keep in mind that there are strict deadlines for dropping or withdrawing from classes.
If you believe you are going to fail a class, do not just stop attending! Complete and submit the Add/Drop form to the Registrar's Office. Visit with your advisor(s) to discuss your concerns first
and find out if you still have time to withdraw from a course to preserve your GPA.
How can I find out who my Faculty Advisor is?
Students can find out who their faculty advisors are by accessing the information
from Banweb (icon located on UVI MyCampus) or by contacting their College/School,
the Center for Student Success, or Access and Enrollment Services - Registrar's Office.
What subjects can I get tutoring in?
Students can receive tutoring in a variety of subjects, primarily 100 and 200 level
courses. Subject areas include but are not limited to: Accounting, Business, English,
Information System Technology, Mathematics, Sciences, Foreign Languages, Psychology,
and Nursing.
What services are provided by the Center for Student Success?
Center for Student Success services include:
Individual and group tutoring for many 100 and 200 level courses
Various workshops for students who wish to improve or enhance academic skills and
behaviors
Assistance for students who are on academic probation
Where is the Center for Student Success (CSS) located?
The Center for Student Success is located on both the Albert A. Sheen Campus, St.
Croix and St. Thomas Campus. On St.Thomas Campus, CSS is located on the first floor
of the Classroom and Administration Building (CAB) in rooms 118 (main office) and
101 (Learning Center). On the Albert A. Sheen Campus, St. Croix, CSS is located in
the Evans Center room 716.
How do I set up an appointment to talk with someone at the Center for Student Success?
Use Bucsconnect (EAB - Navigate) to schedule appointments. Select the “BucsConnect”
icon located in your UVI myCampus Launchpad.
Email us at css@uvi.edu.
Visit CSS at Classroom and Administration Building (CAB) room 118 (St. Thomas Campus)
or Evans Center room 716 (Albert A. Sheen Campus, St. Croix).
How can I find out more about the Center for Student Success?
Visit and browse through CSS webpages or visit one of the CSS locations on either
campus to access more information and updates about CSS initiatives, programs, services,
and job opportunities. Your fellow buccaneers can help you find where CSS.
