New Student Advising for

Winter, Spring, and Summer Admits

Online Tutorial

Once you set up your appointment for New Student Advising, you will be mailed a confirmation letter that includes:

• The date and time of your appointment
• A checklist for next steps
• A link to information about how to access SPU technology
• A link to information for students requiring special assistance
• A link to the Online Tutorial

Why is the Online Tutorial important?

By completing the assignments in this web-based tutorial, you will learn all the basic information you will need during your time as an SPU student. Failure to complete the assignments before your appointment will result in a delay in your registration, and possible closure of first-choice classes.

If you would like to see a generic version of this letter before you receive your own, click here. (PDF)

How long should I set aside to take the Online Tutorial?

Allow 60 minutes to complete the academic and financial modules in this course, and one additional hour for each placement test that you take.

Online Tutorial Due Date

As a newly admitted student you should complete the tutorial at least three business days before your appointment.

Contact Student Academic Services at 206-281+2575 or nsa@spu.edu if you have questions or experience complications.

Online Tests

There are three online tests that you MAY need to take before your appointment. Online tests are available at http://learn.spu.edu.

Do you need to take the online foreign language test?

You will need to take the Foreign Language Placement test if you have completed some foreign language classes in high school, but did NOT complete three years of the same foreign language, with a minimum average of "C" in your final year. You will not need to take a foreign language placement test if you completed college-level coursework in foreign language instruction. Your previous coursework will tell us your placement in these classes.

Do you need to take the online chemistry test?

You will need to take the Chemistry Placement test if you plan to take General Chemistry anytime in your first year at SPU.

General Chemistry (CHM 1211) is also required for students who intend to pursue these study areas:

• Biochemistry
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Electrical engineering and applied engineering
• Exercise science
• Nursing
• Nutrition/dietetics
• Physics
• Premed
• B.S. in psychology (not required for the B.A. in psychology)

Do you need to take the online calculus test?

You will need to take the Calculus Placement test if you plan to take Calculus I anytime in your first year at SPU.

Calculus I (MAT 1234-formerly MAT 1225) is required for students who intend to pursue these study areas:

• Biochemistry
• Biology  (B.S. I, III)
• Chemistry
• Computer Science (B.S.)
• Electrical engineering and applied engineering
• Mathematics
• Premed
• Physics

Do you need to take the English Placement Test?

You may schedule a test time through the English Department by calling 206-281-2617.

Do you need to take the Math Proficiency Exam?

If you are required to take the Math Proficiency Exam, you will receive an email from the Math Department informing you about test dates.