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Second-Year Students

For many second-year students, the focus is on finalizing several long-term academic and life decisions. One of the core decisions second-year students analyze is if they are going to finish their degree at Rollins. Additionally, second-year students make long-term decisions about major(s)/minor(s) declarations, involvement in high impact practices, and their desired levels of integration, leadership, and involvement in the larger Rollins community.

Milestones for Second-Year Students

To support second-year students’ long-term involvement and integration into Rollins successfully, we have created milestones that we believe will set second-year students up for success. We value that each student has a diverse set of goals and experiences, so we fully expect that faculty advisors will adapt this guide to meet the individual needs of the student.

Fall Semester

  • Attend classes prepared
  • Meet with a faculty advisor
  • Maintain good conduct standing with the college
  • Engage in Gateway experiences
  • Narrow decision down on major/minor options Learn More
  • Register for Spring courses
  • Maintain a 2.0+ GPA & good standing in all Fall semester courses
  • Explore options for International Study at Rollins Learn More
  • Explore professional development opportunities 

Curriculum Recommendations

  • Foundations 200 level seminar in the theme of choice Learn More
  • Foundations competencies Learn More
  • Major/minor courses or major/minor exploratory courses

Spring Semester

  • Attend classes prepared
  • Meet with a faculty advisor
  • Apply for financial aid next year Complete FAFSA (if applicable)
  • Maintain good conduct standing with the college
  • Confirm declaration of Major Learn More
  • Register for Fall courses
  • Explore options for International Study at Rollins Learn More
  • Explore professional development opportunities 
  • Complete 60+ credit hours with a 2.0 cumulative GPA or higher
  • Maintain financial aid package

Curriculum Recommendations

  • Foundations 200 level seminar in the theme of choice Learn More
  • Foundations competencies Learn More
  • Major/minor courses or major/minor exploratory courses
  • Foundations 200-level neighborhood course  (highly recommended for dual degree, 3/2 programs, study abroad students & education students)
  • Making any major marketable course