Degree Works General FAQs
Q: What is DegreeWorks?
A: DegreeWorks is a web-based tool to help students and advisors monitor progress toward degree completion. DegreeWorks looks at the degree requirements and the coursework a student has completed to produce an easy-to-read audit. The audit is divided into block requirements of how courses taken or proposed count toward degree requirements. Checkboxes exist within each block to easily outline what courses and requirements are complete. DegreeWorks also allows students and their advisors to plan for future coursework.
Q: Who can use Degree Works?
A: DegreeWorks is available to undergraduate students whose first term at USI was Summer I, 2006 or later, and to graduate students whose first graduate term at USI was Summer 1, 2013 or later.
Q: Is my information confidential?
A: Yes. Like other processes you use through myUSI, DegreeWorks is accessed through your secure login. Remember that your advisor, faculty, and authorized staff will be able to view the information contained in DegreeWorks.
Q: Can I register for classes in DegreeWorks?
A: No. Registration including prerequisite checks will continue to be handled through myUSI.
Q: Can I save or print my audit?
A: Yes. Utilizing the 'Save as PDF' button, you can save or print a .pdf version of your audit. When doing so, please be aware of FERPA regulations.