Academic Advising

Welcome to Academic Advising! Our office is committed to providing students with guidance and support as they explore the academic opportunities available to them and understanding their degree requirements to reach graduation. We are full-time professional advisors who are available to students all year round!

Do you need to see a professional advisor for spring 2026 registration assistance? We are available for drop-ins - no appointment needed.

Academic Advising will be available to help students with advising and registration needs for spring 2026. We can assist with the following:

advising for course selection/registration for winter or spring 2026
resolve faculty advisor holds
leave of absence or official withdrawal (for a future semester)
change of major requests/degree mapping 
assist with general academic problem solving 
review advising holds

Date	Time	Modality
Monday, January 5	9 am-4:30 pm	Zoom ONLY
Tuesday, January 6	9 am-4:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Wednesday, January 7	9 am-4:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Thursday, January 8	9 am-4:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Friday, January 9	9 am-4:30 pm	Zoom ONLY

Monday, January 12	8:30 am-4:30 pm	In Person and Zoom
Tuesday, January 13	8:30 am-4:30 pm	In Person and Zoom (Limited staff after 1:30 pm)
Wednesday, January 14	No Availability	Transfer Orientation
Thursday, January 15	8:30 am-4:30 pm	In Person and Zoom (Limited staff after 1:30 pm)
Friday, January 16	8:30 am-4:30 pm	In Person and Zoom

Monday, January 19	CLOSED	HOLIDAY/CLOSED
Tuesday, January 20	8:30 am-6:00 pm	In Person and Zoom
Wednesday, January 21	8:30 am-6:00 pm	In Person and Zoom
Thursday, January 22	8:30 am-6:00 pm	In Person and Zoom
Friday, January 23	8:30 am-6:00 pm	In Person and Zoom

Monday, January 26	8:30 am-6:00 pm	In Person and Zoom
Tuesday, January 27	9 am-4:30 pm	In Person and Zoom
Wednesday, January 28	9 am-4:30 pm	In Person and Zoom
Thursday, January 29	9 am-4:30 pm	In Person and Zoom
Friday, January 30	9 am-4:30 pm	Zoom ONLY

*Note:

Advisors will be unavailable between 12:30-1:30 pm for lunch
Students on Academic Probation must arrive no later than 2 pm to meet with an advisor

Meeting ID: 513 459 1739

Passcode: 924278

Zoom link for drop-in registration help

Office Location: Berry Library and Learning Commons, North Campus, first floor 

In Person Appointments

Who: Professional Advisors

When: Tuesdays-Thursdays

How: Schedule an appointment on Navigate. Click here for instructions.

Zoom Appointments

Who: Professional Advisors

When: Mondays-Fridays

How: Schedule an appointment on Navigate. Click here for instructions.

Students benefit from a mentor/mentee relationship by meeting regularly with the professional advisors to check in on their progress and goals and discuss any other concerns related to their academics, and connect them to countless resources throughout their journey at Salem State!

Meeting regularly with a professional advisor, students:

plan and understand their academic program programs
ensure they are meeting degree requirements
guide students through major exploration
explore options before making personal and academic decisions
identify various resources at Salem State
provide holistic support to students who are experiencing academic difficulties
discuss their long-term educational goals

Returning from a Leave of Absence

Welcome back! The leave of absence checklist will guide you through registration, financial aid, housing and more.

Considering taking a Leave of Absence or Official Withdrawal for the Semester?

Students are required to meet with a professional advisor in academic advising to discuss the process and complete official paperwork. Please log in to Navigate to make an appointment.