International & Domestic Graduate StudiesAcademics

Students should reference the University’s Academic Calendar found on the Academics Tab of their MyHU Account for all important dates.

An Online course is 100% online. Normally there is a weekly online session that students are to attend. That information is available on their schedules or found in their course syllabi.

Students on an F-1 visa need to register for a full-time courseload, which includes one executive format in-person course. Additional courses can be in the online format.

Students may change their Major by submitting the Change of program E-Form.

The last day of the Drop/Add period for each Semester. Students should reference the University Academic Calendar found on the Academics Tab of their MyHU Account for the specific date.

After three (3) consecutive semesters are completed, graduate students in F-1 status may request a semester break. Only one semester break may be requested per degree. To submit a Semester Break Request, log into Terra Dotta and visit the Request Center

International travel during the semester is not recommended. It is recommended that you plan your travel in between semesters or during an approved semester break. To request a travel endorsement, submit the Travel Signature Request in Terra Dotta. Please consult with the ISO before planning your travel.

Students should reference the University Catalog found on their MyHU Account for a complete review of the MS Degree Programs. Students may also reference their Degree Audit found on their MyHU Account.

International Students studying on an F‐1 Visa must be studying at a Full Time Status. Full Time status at the Graduate level is equivalent to six (6) Semester Hours.

Students in their first semester at HU, are only able to study at the minimum Full Time course load (6 semester hours). In future semesters, students can study with additional courses.

This information is available to students on MyHU on the Academics Tab under Academic Information.

At the Graduate Level, students must maintain a Cumulative GPA of 3.00 to not be subject to Academic Probation/Dismissal. Please reference “Academic Standing” clause in the Graduate University Catalog.

Students that have previous course work completed at a Graduate Level may be eligible for Transfer Credits. Transfer Credit is limited to six (6) semester hours. An Original Official Transcript is required. Please reference the Transfer Credit Clause in the Graduate University Catalog.

Students should submit the electronic Transcript request form found on the Academics tab on their MyHU Account.

F-1 students must report a change of address within 10 days of moving. Please log in to your MyHU Portal and enter your local US address even if it is temporary. Any time you change your local US address, you must update your MyHU Portal within 10 days.

Students may Request an Enrollment Verification Letter : Harrisburg University Records & Registration. Students will click “Letter Request” then complete and submit the online forms to request a letter of enrollment request.