Academics
Academics are at the heart of UTC’s mission and purpose. Faculty and staff want to partner with families to support students through the ups and downs of their academic journey. College academics differ from high school academics, and we want students and parents to be equipped for any challenges that may arise. There are academic resources available to students that serve a variety of needs. Our goal is to help families understand the academic resources available to their students.
Adjusting to College Academics
In college, students receive far less day‑to‑day feedback than they did in high school. Professors may not take daily homework for a grade or give frequent quizzes, which means students might not immediately know how well they’re keeping up with the material. Because of this shift, it’s important for students to take an active role in monitoring their own progress. Developing consistent study habits, using planners or digital tools to stay organized, and visiting professors during office hours can make a meaningful difference. Encouraging your student to ask questions early, get feedback, and seek help can make a difference in their academic success at UTC.
Access to Grades
Another important shift for families is the level of access you have to your students’ academic information. In college, parents won’t automatically be able to log in and view grades the way you can in high school. Instead, students control who can see their educational records. This is part of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a federal law that protects student information across areas such as financial aid, the bursar, the registrar, student development, and even course‑related records.
Because of this, it’s helpful to talk with your student about what they’re comfortable sharing. If they choose to grant you access, they can do so through a system called MyMocsPass, managed by the Office of the University Registrar. This process allows students to designate specific individuals who may view their records. If you're interested in learning more, check out utc.edu/registrar.
Academic Integrity
At UTC, academic integrity is an important part of helping students learn, grow, and take pride in their work. The Honor Code holds students accountable to complete their assignments honestly and avoid any kind of unauthorized help—whether that means using materials they shouldn’t, copying someone else’s work, or misrepresenting their own. These expectations help create a fair learning environment where everyone has the chance to succeed on their own merit.
When concerns about academic integrity do arise, UTC’s Honor Court provides an educational process that helps students understand what went wrong and how to move forward. It’s designed to be fair, respectful, and focused on learning. If you and your student would like to learn more about the Honor Code or Honor Court, you can visit the Honor Code website.
Registering for classes
Registering for classes is an exciting step towards your student achieving their goals. After meeting with an advisor to plan for the upcoming semester, students will register for classes online through MyMocsNet. Students can expect to use this system to search for available courses, build their schedules, and complete the registration process. Advisors and campus resources are available to help students understand deadlines, prepare for registration, and navigate any updates to the system. To learn more about the specifics of registering for classes, visit the Registrar's website.
Support on Campus
- Office of University Registrar
The Registrar Office is responsible for maintaining and updating official academic records. The staff in the Registrar Office can help your student understand the registration process, the transfer process, FERPA, and which credits count towards graduation requirements.
- Center for Academic Success and Advisement (CASA)
The Center for Academic Success and Advisement (CASA) has a variety of resources for students, including tutoring, academic coaching, advising, and Supplemental Instruction. Academic advisors offer guidance and support while also connecting students to campus resources. Advisors in CASA serve most first year students as well as students who have not declared a major. Some academic colleges also have a staff of advisors who work directly with students (i.e., College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, Honors College, and Engineering). Whether your student needs help deciding on a major or determining what classes they need to graduate, CASA is ready to assist.
- Center for Student Accessibility (CFSA)
The Center for Student Accessibility (CFSA) provides leadership in ensuring equal access to all facilities, programs and services at UTC. Reasonable accommodations for students are made through an interactive and deliberative process based on the functional limitations of the disability.
- Mosaic Program
Mosaic is a multifaceted and comprehensive program developed to support the holistic needs of degree-seeking UTC students on the Autism Spectrum. Mosaic is housed within the Disability Resource Center. Mosaic is an application based program that supports the college experience of students on the Autism Spectrum.
- UTC Library
The UTC Library is the academic and intellectual heart of the campus. Here, your student(s) will find study spaces, professional librarians, and staff to help with research. Students also have access to a large collection of scholarly resources and materials. The library features services such as a full-service multimedia studio, the Writing and Communication Center, and the largest computer lab on campus.
- Writing and Communication Center (WCC)
Everyone can benefit from getting feedback on their writing. The Writing and Communications Center helps students with any type of writing or communication project, including research papers, presentations, and resumes. Students can choose to receive feedback either virtually, in person, or electronically.
- Math Plaza
If your student is enrolled in a 1000-level math course, then they can receive help from the UTC Math Plaza. The Math Plaza serves students who are preparing for an exam or looking for extra help with homework. The staff is made up of fellow undergraduate and graduate Moc's who have been successful in their math courses.
- MyMocsNet
MyMocsNet is a unified place for all the resources your student will need to access. Your student can track every step of their academic progress, from tuition to grades.
- MyMocsPass
MyMocsPASS (Parent Access to Student Systems) provides an opportunity for UTC students to grant access to family members or other designated individuals to view certain student information online or to speak with specific departments regarding the student. The most common scenario for granting MyMocsPASS access is so that a family member can view a student’s grades, financial aid or account statement via MyMocsNet.
Students must initiate the process and fulfill each step in order for MyMocsPASS access to be granted.
- Mocs Book Total Access Program
Starting Fall 2026, MocsBooks Total Access Program is a program that simplifies the undergraduate student experience, lowers the cost of materials, and ensures students have access to all required course materials on or before the first day of class. Through this innovative program, physical books are conveniently packaged and provided to students on a rental bases, and access to digital material is provided through Canvas. Enrollment in this program is automatic, and the cost is $22 per credit hour per semester/term. At the end of the term, students will receive email reminders to return rented physical course materials to the bookstore and allow the option to buy their rented materials at a reduced price.
- MyMocsDegree
MyMocsDegree is an online tool that helps your student and their advisor monitor progress toward degree completion. It combines degree requirements and completed coursework in an easy to-read format. Students can view MyMocsDegree by logging in to their MyMocsNet account.