The Office of Academic Advising empowers students to take ownership of their educational experience and responsibility for achieving their academic goals by providing individualized academic advising in a supportive environment.
Academic Advising and Transfer Transition
The Office of Academic Advising
"Students First, Support Always"
The Office of Academic Advising and Transfer Transition is a hub for an array of academic advising services as we provide a supportive environment for students to explore academic opportunities. All students are welcome to drop in or schedule an appointment with a professional advisor to receive academic guidance or help with course registration. We also have a team of trained peer advisors that provide assistance with course selection and the preregistration process.
Mission
Vision
The Office of Academic Advising serves as a liaison with academic departments, faculty advisors, and relevant administrative areas (e.g., Registrar, Office of Financial Aid) in an effort to assist students in developing the skills needed to be successful during their educational experience.
Welcome New Students!
If you are an incoming first-year student starting Fall 2024, please visit our First-Year Advising page.
If you are an incoming transfer student, please review your welcome packet regarding next steps and visit our Transfer Student Advising page.
Empowering Your Academic Journey: Our Range of Support Services
Academic advising plays an integral role in the success of a student’s academic career.
The following services are provided to students:
- Assistance with course selection, the preregistration process, and other academic concerns.
- Advice regarding academic progress, degree completion, and graduation requirements.
- Assistance for students who have not declared a major with the process of exploring possible academic majors.
- Opportunities to engage in meaningful conversations about educational and career goals.
- Assistance with the process of returning to good academic standing for students on Academic Warning.
- Assistance with exploring academic success strategies and providing referrals to other student support services.
- Planning for alternate credit-earning opportunities, such as internships or the CLEP exam.
- Access to Professional Advisors who serve as a link to various academic departments and campus offices, such as the Registrar or the Office of Financial Aid.
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Spring 2025 Advising & Registration Dates
The following dates for Spring 2025 Advising & Registration apply to current students.
Web Registration remains open through December 6, 2024.
| Advising | Class | Registration |
| F October 11 - W October 23 | Eligible Banacos/Honors and Online Programs | R October 24 |
| M October 21 - R October 24 | Seniors, Second Bachelors, and Graduate Students | F October 25 |
| M October 28 – R October 31 | Juniors | F November 1 |
| M October 28 – R October 31 | 1st/2nd Yr. In-Season Athletes and LEAD Scholars | F November 1 |
| M November 4 – R November 7 | Sophomores | F November 8 |
| T November 12 – F November 15 | First-Years | M November 18 |
| Winter Session registration starts Friday, November 1, 2024. | ||
| Winter Session classes begin Thursday, January 2 and ends Wednesday, January 15, 2025. |
| Total credits earned at the end of the Fall 2024 semester | Class Level for registration |
|---|---|
| 84+ Credits | Senior |
| 54-83 Credits | Junior |
| 24-53 Credits | Sophomore |
| 0-23 Credits | First-Year |
Don't forget to download and complete your Advising and Registration Form!
Please note that the information listed above is for currently enrolled students. If you are an incoming new transfer student, please review your welcome packet regarding next steps and visit our Transfer Student Advising page.
Academic Advising Workshops
The Office of Academic Advising and Transfer Transition offers 1:1 or group workshops to faculty and staff that are focused on specific advising topics ranging from how to use Degree Works to understanding various Academic Advising approaches rooted in theoretical frameworks. Click here to sign up for a workshop.
Helpful Links
Walk-In Hours
Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Contact us
The Office of Academic Advising & Transfer Transition
Parenzo Hall 163