Navigating college graduation requirements doesn't have to feel like guesswork. At the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Degree Works serves as the primary web-based platform for auditing credits, monitoring major requirements, and planning future semesters. If you don't know how to read your audit or use the planning tools effectively, you risk taking unnecessary classes or delaying your graduation date.
This guide breaks down how to access your audit, interpret block requirements, simulate major changes, and avoid common tracking mistakes.
Accessing and Navigating Your UNCG Audit
Getting into the system takes just a few clicks through your standard university credentials. You don't need a separate password because the platform links directly with your student portal.
To open your evaluation worksheet, follow these steps:
- Log in to UNCGenie using your single sign-on credentials.
- Select the Student tab, then open the Student Records section.
- Click the link for Degree Works to launch your interactive dashboard.
Once loaded, the top of your screen displays your student header. This section shows your major, concentration, catalog year, and overall classification based on completed credit hours. Below this header, the page splits into distinct requirement blocks. Each block corresponds to a specific category, such as General Education, General College Requirements, and Major Core classes. Green checkmarks mean a requirement is met, while red boxes indicate missing elements.
Core Features for Course Planning
Your audit isn't just a static report card; it's an active tool built to help you map out your remaining semesters. Learning how to use its secondary tabs transforms how you prepare for advising appointments.
Running a What-If Analysis
If you're thinking about switching your major or adding a minor, you don't need to guess how your credits will transfer over. The What-If tool lets you test different academic paths instantly.
- Select a prospective major, catalog year, and concentration from the drop-down menus.
- Click process transport to generate a simulated audit.
- Review how your existing courses fit into the new requirements and which prerequisites you still lack.
Keep in mind that running a What-If simulation is purely for planning. It doesn't officially change your academic record. To make a real change, you must submit the formal paperwork through Spartan Central.
Building Future Plans
The planner tab allows you to construct a term-by-term roadmap. You can drag and drop specific course requirements directly into future semesters. This feature helps you check whether you've accounted for sequential prerequisites before registration opens. Always share your draft plan with your advisor during your mandatory pre-registration meetings.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Students often misinterpret audit data, leading to last-minute registration stress. Watch out for these frequent missteps:
- Ignoring the Catalog Year: Your graduation requirements depend on the catalog year active when you declared your major. Looking at requirements from a different year will give you inaccurate information.
- Confusing Overall and Applied Credits: Your total earned hours might include courses that don't apply to your specific degree track, such as extra electives or repeated classes. Always check the Applied Credits counter to see what counts toward graduation.
- Depending Solely on Automated Approvals: If an advisor substitutes a course for a requirement, it won't show up instantly unless processed as an official exception. Check the bottom exception block to verify approved adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do if a completed course isn't showing up correctly?
First, check your class history to ensure the grade posted. If the course appears in your general electives instead of your major block, contact your academic advisor. They can submit an exception form to move the credit into the proper requirement slot.
Why does my audit say "See Advisor" at the top?
This status flag usually appears when a milestone requires manual verification, or when an academic department needs to approve your entry into a specific concentration. Schedule an appointment with your designated advisor through UNC Academic Advising to clear the flag.
Can I use Degree Works to register for classes directly?
No, the platform is strictly for auditing and planning. Once you finalize your semester worksheet, you must use the official registration portal in UNCGenie to enroll in your chosen sections during your designated time ticket window.
How often is my audit data updated?
The system refreshes automatically whenever grades are finalized, transfer credits post, or academic departments process form updates. However, changes made during active drop-add periods may take a short time to reflect on your screen.
