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10 IMPORTANT
QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR ACADEMIC ADVISOR
THE ROLE OF THE ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Help you to get accustomed to college life
Refer you to available resources
Explain institutional policies, procedures, requirements and expectations
Answer general questions about courses
WHY?
KEEP YOU ON TRACK TO GRADUATE!
THE ROLE OF THE ACADEMIC ADVISOR
With you from the start until you graduate
Often have background or degree in the particular field of study
Partnership Two-way street
ACADEMIC ADVISORS ARE NOT MIND READERS
COMMUNICATE, COMMUNICATE, COMMUNICATE!
10 IMPORTANT QUESTIONS…
1. What are the requirements for completing my degree?
2. Where can I get the full list of the courses that I need to graduate?
3. Can I switch majors? If so, how does switching affect graduation time?
4. Am I on track to graduate?5. How do I find out if my credits will
transfer from my previous school?6. Where is the tutoring center?
10 IMPORTANT QUESTIONS…
7. How do I register for my classes?8. When is the latest date to drop/add a
class and how can I do it?9. How do I dispute a grade?
10 IMPORTANT QUESTIONS…
10. Who can I see for personal counseling?
10 IMPORTANT QUESTIONS…
Don’t be shy about asking for help. It doesn’t mean you’re weak, it means you’re wise.
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