MyDegreePath (MDP) Upgrade FAQ
At-a-glance
- Upgrade date: Wednesday, August 14, 2025
- Version: uAchieve 4.5 → 5.2
- System freeze: Aug 8–14, 2025 (no new encoding, exceptions, or plan updates)
- Planner: Not available at go-live. Existing plans are view-only/print in the legacy MDP.
Access & Timeline
Q: When does the upgrade happen?
A: Wednesday, August 14, 2025.
Q: Will I lose access during the upgrade window?
A: Expect brief, limited access while final cutover occurs on Aug 14. We’ll post the day-of access link/instructions that morning.
Q: Who is impacted?
A: All students and advisors (undergraduate and graduate) who use MDP Degree Audit. Planner is temporarily view-only in the legacy environment.
Freeze period (Aug 8–14)
Q: What can I do during the freeze?
A: You can run degree audits and view plans. You can also send feedback/questions to Rena Schneider.
Q: What can’t I do during the freeze?
A: No encoding changes, exceptions, or plan updates can be made until after go-live.
What’s changing at go-live
Q: What will look/feel different?
A: You’ll see a more user-friendly audit interface. We’ll share a quick-start guide and screenshots on Aug 14.
Q: Are URLs or bookmarks changing?
A: We’ll confirm access details on Aug 14. If the link changes, we’ll provide the new URL.
Q: Do I need to re-train?
A: Minimal for students. Advisors will have a short update session/Q&A (date/time coming).
Planner (important)
Q: Can I build or edit plans at go-live?
A: Not yet. The new Planner is not available at go-live.
Q: What happens to existing plans/roadmaps?
A: They remain view-only (and printable) in the legacy MDP for advisors and continuing students.
Q: When will the new Planner be enabled?
A: Timeline will be announced after go-live (phased rollout). We’ll communicate training and access steps in advance.
Degree Audit
Q: Can students and grad students still run audits?
A: Yes. All students (UG & GR) and advisors can run audits.
Q: Will my saved/previous audits still be there?
A: Yes—use Audits > Manage to view previously run audits (note: stored audits auto-delete weekly; save a PDF if you need a record).
Q: Where do I learn how to read the new audit?
A: See How to Read Your MyDegreePath Audit (icons, course codes, GE/IE sections).
Exceptions & Encoding
Q: Can advisors add exceptions at go-live?
A: Yes—after the freeze lifts, advisor exceptions resume in self-service (same rules/process; UI labels may look slightly different).
Q: What about encoding changes?
A: Resume after go-live. Please continue to send issues/findings to Rena for prioritization.
Transfer Credit, AP/IB, GE & IE
Q: Will transfer credit and AP/IB still display the same?
A: Yes—presentation is consistent. If something looks off, compare with the UC Merced Catalog and contact advising.
Q: Where can I confirm GE and Intellectual Experiences details?
A: Review the Catalog for your catalog year; the audit will show status by requirement.
Printing & Accessibility
Q: Can I still print or save the audit as PDF?
A: Yes—use the Print icon in the audit. Charts/graphs may render differently than on screen.
Support & Contacts
- General/degree questions: Your Academic Advising office
- Technical issues (access, loading): OIT Service Hub (submit a ticket)
- Upgrade questions & feedback: Rena Schneider
What should I do right now?
- Note the freeze dates (Aug 8–14).
- Hold off on changes/requests that require encoding or exceptions until after go-live.
- Collect any issues to send to Rena.
- Watch for the access instructions and quick-start guide on Aug 14.
