Academic Support

After your academic advising sessions, you will be able to:

• Formulate a degree plan to achieve your educational and career goals
• Build a class schedule with your educational path and future semesters in mind
• Understand the general process of how to transfer to and from academic institutions outside of San Jac
• Learn how career assessment tools are used in educational and career planning
• Understand how to locate mental health counseling, social, and community resources
• Understand the impact of college policies within the context of higher education 
• Understand the registration, fee payment, and drop schedule
• Develop a general understanding of tuition costs and financial resources and responsibilities 

When you sign up for academic advising, your advisor will expect you to:

• Understand certificate and degree requirements
• Become knowledgeable about San Jac resources, policies, and procedures
• Check in with your advisor at least once each semester and participate in appropriate meetings
• Be prepared for your educational planning sessions
• Ask questions if you do not understand an issue or you have a specific concern
• Check your San Jac email and Blackboard account for news and updates
• Check your academic standing and certificate and degree requirements at least once each semester
• Take responsibility for your decisions and actions
• Schedule appointments in advance 

You can expect your advisor to:

• Communicate program, certificate, and degree requirements as well as academic policies and procedures
• Support the development of your academic, personal, and career goals
• Assist in developing an educational plan consistent with your goals
• Provide guidance on course selection and registration
• Demonstrate how to use advising tools like My San Jac GPS, SOS, and more
• Provide information on campus and community resources
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to FERPA guidelines as appropriate
• Stay up to date on college-wide programs, policies, and procedures

Are you ready to take the next step?

Registration and Courses