Home Student Experience Undergraduate Student Experience Advising and Academic Support for Undergraduates Processes & Policies Processes & Policies Add/Drop CoursesLearn the guidelines for adding or dropping a course and how to determine if it’s the right decision for you. Change major into the College of EngineeringReview the process and consult your advisor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies (DUS) before making a decision. Credit PoliciesUnderstand how courses can count toward University, College, and program requirements in your engineering degree. Dean’s ListThe Dean’s List recognizes the top 30% of students each semester based on academic performance. Dual DegreeStudents pursuing two undergraduate degrees from Notre Dame must complete an approved program with at least 157 credit hours. Exam ConflictsInformation on qualifying conflicts and how to submit a request. Part-Time StatusSeniors in their final semester may qualify for part-time status if enrolled in fewer than 12 credit hours. Pass/FailJuniors and seniors may take one non-major, non-required elective per semester on a pass/fail basis with permission. ROTCPolicies and guidelines for students enrolled in ROTC courses. Study Abroad ApprovalRequirements and procedures for studying abroad as a Notre Dame Engineering student. Undergraduate Research PolicyGuidelines for undergraduates pursuing research opportunities. WithdrawalPolicies and procedures for withdrawing from the University. X GradeInformation on the rare assignment of an “X” grade due to extenuating circumstances.