Academic Planning and Advising

Academic Advising Programs Ȱ Student Services Center, Room 220 Л (530) 898-5712 ƍ chicoadvisor@csuchico.edu Chico State utilizes a dual advising system that provides all undergraduate students support from both Academic Advising Programs as well as their major’s academic department. Advisors in Academic Advising Programs (AAP) serve as general practitioners, providing students with assistance in understanding graduation requirements, general education, major exploration, course selection and registration, University policies and procedures, and strategies for academic success. AAP is also the advising home for undeclared students and the first stop for students with general advising questions. Advisors see students daily on a drop-in basis. Visit the AAP website at www.csuchico.edu/aap for current advising drop-in hours. Students who have declared a major will have the additional support and resource of their major’s department advisor. The major advisor serves as a specialist, providing specific advice on program requirements, planning and course selection within the major, internships, and other opportunities related to a student’s major. With a strong commitment to student success and meeting timely graduation goals, we highly encourage all incoming students to make it a priority to meet with their advisors in both AAP and their major’s department early on during their first semester. These connections provide students with the academic support necessary for a successful transition to Chico State and efficient progress toward graduation.

Your Student’s Academic Success Is Our Goal!

AAP recognizes the significant role you play in supporting students transitioning to Chico State. We are here to partner with you along the way. We simply ask for your assistance in encouraging your student to visit our department if at any point in their journey they feel lost or in need of guidance. Whether their challenge is academic or personal, or when unexpected life circumstances arise and they simply need a listening ear, our team of trained professional and paraprofessional advisors are available to assist your students in navigating the University. Student success is at the core of our being, and a true representation of the Chico Experience. We aim to cultivate a culture of caring as we welcome the newest members to our Wildcat family! There are many ways that we can help your student be successful.

1 | Develop a Plan to Graduate

AAP will assist students as they navigate their path to graduation. There are nine basic graduation requirements that students must meet in order to earn their degree from Chico State. There are many e-advising tools available for students to be actively engaged in their progress to graduation. It is important for students to plan their degree program carefully by utilizing advising tools, reviewing the University Catalog, and meeting with an advisor once a semester.

2 | Connect with Resources

With a variety of academic and extracurricular options, students have many choices and we want to make sure they are aware of all of the resources available. Advisors will listen and respond to their interests and concerns, and serve as a resource for their academic and life goals. Degree Completion

Electives

General Education Majors Vary

48 Units 36–105 Units Major

120-127 Total Units Needed to Graduate 3 | Explore Possible Majors

Chico State has so much to offer. With more than 340 undergraduate majors, minors, graduate degree and professional certifications it is common for students to change their major more than once or spend time exploring majors. Our advisors can identify courses that will fulfill both general education and major requirements. Let us help your student explore with intention. The 10 Largest Majors at Chico State are: 1. Business Administration

2. Psychology 3. Pre-Nursing 4. Criminal Justice

5. Liberal Studies

6. Construction Management 7. Sociology 8. Biology 9. Computer Science 10. Animal Science

4 | Select the Right Classes

Through individual advising sessions, workshops, and presentations, advisors can help students understand general education and graduation requirements and select appropriate courses for each academic term. The more your student knows the better their chance of creating an exciting education experience! Students will have access to a variety of e-advising and online resources to assist in their course selection.

Academic Advising Services at a Glance

• Home for Undeclared • Major and Minor Exploration • General Education Course Planning • General Education Pathways Minors • Graduation Requirements • GPA Advising (academic probation support) • Registration Planning Tools • Navigating Policies, Procedures, and Requirements