Your first year of college can be one of the most exciting and nerve-wracking times in your life! Here are some things that new students and their families should know in the first year.
- Come prepared. An advising appointment lasts up to an hour so bring questions, take notes, and be sure to follow up!
- Send all official test scores and transcripts. This can take a little time to be received so for the first advising appointment we suggest bringing in unofficial copies.
- Advising is an ongoing process. There will need to be follow up appointments each term to update your academic plan.
- Get to know your advisor. And help them to get to know you!
- Take the lead. We welcome family or other supporters during your appointment, but this is your education so you are the one leading the way.
- The decision is ultimately yours. While your advisor might help you to think through your options, you get to decide.
- Keep an open mind. An advising appointment might open the door to opportunities you didn’t even know existed.