College of arts and sciences
Preparing for Your Advising Appointment
Advising works best when you come ready to reflect, ask questions, and plan next steps. Use the resources below to prepare for your appointment based on where you are in your academic journey.
Make the Most of Your Appointment
Advising conversations help you clarify goals, make informed decisions, and plan your next steps. Taking a few minutes to prepare can make your appointment more focused and productive.
Select your academic year above for tailored guidance, planning resources, and recommended questions to consider before and after your meeting.
Advising Is a Shared Responsibility
Advising works best when both you and your advisor are actively engaged.
What You Can Expect From Your Advisor
Your advisor will:
- Be accessible during scheduled advising hours
- Provide accurate information about degree requirements and university policies
- Help you understand program expectations and graduation requirements
- Help define realistic goals and identify the preparation needed to achieve them.
- Assist you in building short- and long-term academic plans
- Refer you to campus resources when appropriate
- Your advisor will respect your right to privacy of educational records and discuss confidential information only with appropriate individuals and for the purpose of serving your best interests.
What Is Expected of You
As a student, you are responsible for:
- Scheduling and attending advising appointments
- Monitoring your academic progress
- Preparing questions and topics for discussion
- Understanding degree requirements for your intended major
- Meeting university deadlines
- Following up on referrals
- Making informed decisions about your academic path
Your advisor provides guidance. You make the final decisions.