Frequently Asked Questions
How do I change my major to Advertising?
Students who are currently enrolled at The University of Texas who
want to change their major to Advertising must apply to become Advertising
majors. Applications are accepted twice a year in the Fall and Spring.
Please contact the Advertising department or the Student Affairs office
for deadlines and dates.
When should I take my first Advertising class?
It is suggested that a new student take their first Advertising course
after they have successfully completed their first year of general academic
course work. This is so that the student can satisfy some of the general
academic requirements and focus on the Advertising courses sequentially.
Can I get a minor in addition to a major in Advertising?
The College of Communications does not require a formal minor. However,
all students are encouraged to plan with her or his advisor a concentration
of coursework either within a single department or one which is interdisciplinary.
Since the University of Texas does not acknowledge minors on diplomas
or transcripts, you are free to call this concentration a minor if you
wish and may so state this claim on your resume. Generally, to claim
a minor in particular concentration, you should have 12 semester hours,
at least 6 of which are upper division. However, an advertising major
may receive recognized certification upon completion of the Business
Foundations Program. Contact the Business Foundations Program for information
at 471-4174.
What is The Business Foundations Program?
The Business Foundations Program offers six business courses for non-business
majors which can be taken in any combination as a supplement to the
Advertising major. Students may choose to take one or more of the courses
to satisfy an interest or need for specific instruction. The entire
program is designed to provide a foundation in business concepts and
practice for students who plan to enter the workforce or a graduate
degree program upon completion of their Advertising degree.
What happens if my grade point average falls below a 2.25?
Advertising students must have an overall GPA of at least 2.25 (and
at least 2.00 in all College of Communication courses) to take upper-division
courses in advertising. If the GPA falls below the minimum requirements,
the student may only take lower division courses until the GPA improves.
The department chairman has no authority to waive the GPA requirements.
Students desiring to appeal this requirement should do so in the College
of Communication Student Division. However, exceptions are rarely made
- even when the GPA is 2.2499.
Which statistics courses are accepted by the department?
Students may take a variety of statistics courses, i.e., M 316, SOC
317L, SW 318, MIS 311F or EDP 371. Check with the department for approval
of other statistics courses.
Can I get my name on a waiting list for an Advertising course?
There are no waiting lists for any Advertising courses.
I missed consent. Can I still take an Advertising course next
semester?
Consent of the instructor is required for some upper division Advertising
courses. It is possible, however, to receive consent on the first class
day. Students must attend class on the first class day and request consent
from the instructor. Students added to consent courses on or after the
first class are given consent at the discretion of the instructor.
If I did not receive consent, will I be given seniority the
next time?
No. Each semester the consent process is conducted without regard to
prior semesters.
When and how do I apply to the Texas Creative Program?
A student is eligible to apply to Texas Creative after completion of
ADV 325 Introduction to Creative Advertising with a C or above or while
currently enrolled in the course. Applications are handed out in ADV
325 during the latter part of the semester and are also available in
the Main Advertising office. If a student has completed ADV 325, contact
the Advertising office regarding deadlines and dates.
Registration procedures are noted on postings of selected candidates.
*Note: Applications are available after preregistration.
I have already completed a portfolio course in the Texas Creative
Sequence. Can I register for the next portfolio course?
Students must complete Critique at the end of each semester where professionals
from around the country grade the work of every student. Critique helps
decide students who advance to the next level. Advancing to the next
level is CONSENT. Information will be posted outside the Main Advertising
office regarding registration for the next Portfolio course.
How do I receive consent for ADV 378 Advanced Media Strategies?
ADV 378 Advanced Media Strategies is a required course in the Texas
Media program. Students must complete an online Texas Media Application
for the Texas Media program. A student must be currently enrolled in
ADV 345J Media Planning or have completed the course with a B or above
to be eligible for the Texas Media program. Once a student is accepted
into the Texas Media program, students will be given more information
regarding registration for this course.
Where do I change a course to pass/fail?
Students can change their courses to Pass/Fail in the Student Affairs
office in 4.140 CMA. It is the responsibility of the student to be aware
of deadlines for changing courses to Pass/Fail.
