ADVISING

 At least once per semester for course selection  Early November for Spring; Early April for Summer and Fall  A second visit each semester to check in on progress  As needed for  Career decision making and guidance  Considering withdrawing from class  Wanting to take classes at another institution  Academic difficulties  Personal difficulties  Information about university policies or resources WHEN TO SEE YOUR ADVISOR

 Think about what your goals are for the meeting.  Bring a list of questions you may have- advisors don’t mind.  If you have any AP/dual enrollment/transfer credit- remind your advisor. Bring copies of transcripts.  Read the sections in the catalog about your major (catalog is available on-line). The more informed you are, the better your advisor will be able to assist you.  Be honest in letting your advisor know how things are progressing. Advisors can only assist you if they know what issues you may be facing. PREPARING TO SEE YOUR ADVISOR

 Must see advisor first  Select classes in consultation with advisor  Advisor checks to see that  You have met prerequisites  Course is needed or recommended for your major  Advisor removes Success Center/Advising hold  Student registers for classes using MyTSU  Print out schedule  Take care of financial obligations  Confirm attendance COURSE SELECTION

First year priorities Orientation UNIV Service to leadership. Required for all students transferring in with 59 or fewer hours. Learning Support As needed; based on ACT scores and diagnostic assessment.

ENGL as needed. ENGL 1010 and 1020 are a priority in first year. Must complete ENGL 1010 and 1020 with a minimum grade of C before taking History.

Choose math in consultation with advisor. Different majors have very different math requirements. Complete first math in first year.

Must complete ENGL 1010 and 1020 prior to ENGL literature. Choose Humanities in consultation with advisor (some majors have particular requirements).

Choose in consultation with advisor for your major. Some of these may have math pre- or co- requisites.

Choose in consultation with your advisor. Many majors have specific requirements.

As needed for your major or as advised.

 Register in all courses as advised. Failure to do so may result in your taking unnecessary classes and prolonging your time to graduation.  If you receive a grade of D or F in any class that you are currently taking- you must inform your advisor as adjustments to your schedule will need to be made.  Please register for your class as soon as possible- advising holds may be placed within hours and removing the hold will require that you re-visit the advising center.  Courses with section numbers 98 or R50 are on-line classes. Additional fees may apply to R50 classes. WHEN REGISTERING

 Keep all records in folder. Don’t lose these- and bring this folder to future advising meetings.  Follow up with any issues you may still have ( or call is okay too).  Keep us informed about your success- we want to celebrate your success as a TSU Tiger! AFTER ADVISING