@barfly, I agree totally! Kids need to be aware of the implications of dropping/adding and how it affects their degree plan, especially with the ease of online scheduling, pre-reqs, etc. In my Ds case, there is not a lot of margin for error, so to speak. She describes it a very tight fitting puzzle and is über aware it. Plus she has great advising. I admit, I have been impressed with how on top of it she is. College is so much more than classroom learning–navigating life, and taking charge of her education. As a parent, I enjoy seeing the growth process.