New Student Advising

Advisor Assignment

Advisors are assigned based on a new student's area of study. If you plan to focus on the following:

  • ASSOCIATE OF ARTS, ASSOCIATE OF GENERAL STUDIES or PRE-TECHNICAL STUDIES:
    You will develop an educational plan with an advisor assigned from your area of interest.  After which, you may be eligible to self-advise.
  • ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE:
    You will develop an educational plan with an advisor assigned from your area of interest.  You may not self-advise.
  • ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING, ASSOCIATE OF TECHNICAL ARTS, CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS, or UNDECIDED:
    Your advisor will be assigned from your program of study.  With advisor approval, you may self-advise.
  • COMMUNITY EDUCATION, PERSONAL ENRICHMENT, or PART-TIME STUDENTS (NOT SEEKING A DEGREE OR CERTIFICATE)
    Your academic progress will be monitored; however, an advisor will not be assigned to you unless you request one.

Advisors by Subject Area

What to Expect From Advisors

  • Accurate, up-to-date information
  • Assistance with program planning
  • Referrals to appropriate resources
  • Review of academic progress
  • Assistance in solving academic problems
  • Availability on Advising Day
  • Personal Identification Number (PIN) for registration

What Advisors Expect From Students

  • Schedule advising appointment with your assigned advisor prior to Advising Day each quarter.
  • Maintain all your educational records (class schedule, transcripts, test scores, evaluation, program planning guides, etc.) and bring them with you to your advising appointments.
  • Come prepared on Advising Day with some thoughtful choices and  alternative courses.
  • Seek out assistance and use campus "help" resources.
  • Collect necessary information for transfer.
  • Be responsible for your educational and life decisions.

Personal Identification Number (PIN)

As a new student, you will use your student identification number and a Global PIN (your birthdate in six digits) to access the college's Web Online Registration system.

Contact

Advising Center
Building 25
(360) 754-7711 Ext. 5261
advising@spscc.ctc.edu