Student Survey

What is the student survey for?

The Hornet Launch student survey for spring is a very short questionnaire focused on the student's major to help ensure the courses you are pre-enrolled in are aligned with the correct major or with a major you are able to explore by taking related courses.

When and how do I get it?

Students received an email from fye@csus.edu with a link to the survey on Monday, November 2nd.

I still have not gotten my survey!

That's unusual. Make sure you check your junk/spam email folder. Email fye@csus.edu for assistance.

Why should I complete the spring student survey? How does completing the survey benefit a student’s schedule?

Your responses help the university understand your interests and goals. If you are happy with and want to stick to your major, we will know for certain what courses you need. If you are still a bit undecided about your major, we will try to give you courses that may help you explore a different major while also counting toward graduation requirements.

May I retake the survey?

Yes, you may. Just use the same link.

What if I don't take the survey?

We will base your schedule on your currently recorded major. If you do want to change your major, please do so by November 30.

Pre-Enrollment

Why is Sac State selecting courses for first-time first-year students?

Sac State wants to ensure that all students have the opportunity to be enrolled in 15 productive units for each of their first two semesters, putting them on track to finish their degree in a timely manner. It also takes away your worry and the uncertainty of whether you will get the classes you need or want.

How were these courses chosen?

For each program, faculty and academic advisors have worked together to recommend the first-year pathway that will build momentum to get students to the point of earning their degree in a timely fashion. The survey and placements also tell us what you need or want.

Why does timely degree completion matter?

Lots of reasons, some of which are really concrete and practical. For one thing, students will only take and pay for units that will count toward their degree. Also, the earlier they graduate, the earlier they can start their career in their chosen field. Both add up to savings in time and money.

Why is Sac State pre-enrolling students in course schedules, rather than simply recommending courses?

Two reasons. First, Sac State can’t promise every student the courses they need at the times that they want them. But we can promise the courses they need in the semester that they need them. Second, Sac State can create blocks of courses that make sense when packaged together, so that students can avoid, say, a night class followed by an early morning class. We can’t promise to accommodate every preference, but we pledge to do the very best we can.

Doesn't this take away the freedom of students to choose their own schedules and courses?

Not at all. We are providing you with the courses you need in your first year, but giving you the freedom to change your enrollment, if needed.

I am Undeclared. Will I have a schedule too?

Yes, you will. We have put together a basic roadmap for you! If you need help with career exploration, our Career Center has lots of resources for you. Check out the section on Change of Major on this page form more information.

I belong to a student success program like EOP, CAMP, FCP. Will this be in conflict with those types of support programs?

No, it will not. We are working very closely with student success programs.