Degree Works FAQs

Who has access to Degree Works?

Degree Works is available for undergraduate and graduate students (excluding Medical and Dental Students).

Is my information confidential?

Advisors, faculty, and selected staff will be able to view the information on your Degree Works worksheet.

Who is my advisor?

You can find your advisor’s name in the information block on your worksheet. If there is no name or the name appearing is incorrect, please contact your department.

Can I register for classes using Degree Works?

No. Registration is completed through Student Self-Service in PiratePort.

Are my grades visible in Degree Works?

Yes. Once grades have been processed by the University, they are visible in Degree Works. Please note, although student’s grades can be viewed, final GPA and standings are not updated until all final grade processes are completed at the end of the semester.

Can I see a list of all courses I have taken?

Select the Class History link from the More Options menu. This list is displayed in chronological order similar to a transcript.  This is not an official transcript.

How is a Degree Works Degree worksheet different from a transcript?

A Degree Works worksheet is not an official academic transcript  An ECU transcript, is an official college record and can be requested through The Office of the Registrar.

Does Degree Works include my AP credit and transfer work?

Yes. Once scores are received and credit is granted, they are posted to your student record and will appear on the worksheet. Likewise, as soon as transfer work is posted to your record, it will appear on the worksheet.

Why isn’t my transfer information up-to-date?

It is possible that the university has not received an official transcript. Check with the Office of the Registrar if your worksheet does not reflect transfer work you have completed.

Do I automatically graduate if everything is checked off?

In order to graduate, you must apply online through PiratePort. Once you have applied, your worksheet will be evaluated by Graduation Services. A note will be added to the bottom of your audit once you have been cleared for graduation.  If there are any deficiencies, you will be contacted. For more information about graduation visit the Graduation information web page.

I think my worksheet is incorrect. What should I do?

Ask your advisor for assistance. The first step is to clarify what information you believe is wrong. If the advisor believes a technical error exists on the audit, he/she should contact the Office of the Registrar.

My major is wrong on my audit. What should I do?

If you have not officially changed your major, contact the appropriate college advising center or academic department for instructions.

The requirements for my major are wrong. What should I do?

Look at the catalog term that appears on the major requirements block of the worksheet. According to our records this is the catalog that you are using to complete your degree requirements. If you believe you should be using a different catalog, contact your advisor.

Why isn’t my transfer work meeting a requirement?

There could be multiple reasons. Please see your advisor for questions regarding transfer courses applying to degree requirements.

My advisor gave me permission to substitute a course, but it’s not showing on my audit. What Should I do?

Talk with your advisor. Advisors request substitutions or exceptions through your Degree Works worksheet. Once the exception is approved and entered in the system, the change will appear on the audit.

My minor is missing from my worksheet. What should I do?

If you have not officially declared your minor, contact your advisor to have your minor added.

My major requires me to complete a concentration, but it doesn’t appear on my worksheet. What should I do?

If you have not officially declared your concentration, contact your advisor to have your concentration added.

Where can I find my major GPA?

Your major GPA is a calculated GPA based on coursework used to fulfill major requirements.

I changed my advisor, so why is my previous advisor showing instead of my new advisor?

Check with your new advisor, they will need to update your record.

I’m a double major. Only one major appears on the audit. How can I check the requirements for my other major?

If you are pursuing two majors under the same degree (e.g., BA Psychology and Sociology), both majors will be noted in the student information area at the top of the audit and will appear in the body of the audit in the order noted at the top of the audit. If you are pursuing two different degrees/majors (e.g., BA Philosophy and BS Criminal Justice, Degree and Certificate), you will use the drop down arrow on the degree box at the top of the audit to select the audit you wish to review.

Where can I see my worksheet for my certificate?

Click on the Degree drop-down box at the top of the worksheet in order to view the certificate audit requirements.

If I withdraw from a class, will that be reflected in my worksheet?

Courses from which you have withdrawn after the add/drop period will appear in the Insufficient Block on your audit with a grade of W.

What is a Degree Works Plan?

The Plan is a tool used to create a plan of study for future terms.

If I put a class on my plan, am I automatically registered for that class in that future semester?

No.  Degree Works is not connected to Registration.  Please registrar for classes through Student Self Service in PiratePort.

Is the class I planned guaranteed for that future semester?

No. Your planned courses are for informational purposes only.

I want to change my major. How can I see what would be required if I made this change?

The What-If function allows you to hypothetically change your major, minor, or concentration. The What If audit will show you what coursework is required for the new major, minor, or concentration, what courses you have taken that satisfy requirements, and what courses are still left for you to take. What-if audits do not guarantee that you are eligible to major in the area you select. If you decide you’d like to change your major, contact the department/school or college office of the new major for information and instructions.