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California State University, Chico

Meet with Academic Advising

Academic Advising located at SSC 220, is here to help with questions about General Education (GE), Academic Standing, major exploration, campus policies and procedures, and other general University topics.

Drop-In Hours

  • Student at a desk at home waving to a classmate over video chat.

    Virtual Advising Hours

    • 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (Monday - Thursday)
    • 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Wednesday)

    Check in online for Virtual Advising.

    Please review hours before you check in as no one will be available during off hours.

  • Student checking in at the front desk Academic Advising office in the Student Services building.

    In-Person Advising Hours

    Student Services Center, Room 220
    1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday)

    If you are unavailable to meet during drop-in hours, please call the Academic Advising office at 530-898-5712.

Quick Help for Common Advising Questions

Whether you’re scheduling your first appointment or thinking about switching majors, we’ve got answers. These common questions can help you understand what to expect—and who to talk to.

Your academic advisor is based upon your program declarations. You will have an advisor for each program (major, minor, certificate, credential, etc.) that you declare. Your advisor is typically assigned and listed in your Student Center. Check the Program Advisor Directory to find your major advisor.

Need Help?
You can drop by Academic Advising in the Student Services Center 220 or contact us by phone at 530-898-5712 or email at chicoadvisor@csuchico.edu.

  • Your first step is to register for Orientation and attend a Academic Advising Workshop (workshop registration link will be sent via email after you’ve registered for Orientation).
  • Your first opportunity to enroll in classes is during your Orientation session.
  • Additional steps and information will be provided upon registering for orientation.

Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor at least once per semester, prior to registering for their next semester. However, you are welcome to meet with advisors more frequently if you have additional support needs.

Yes, most students will work with a variety of advisors during their time at Chico State as each advisor specializes in advising for specific programs and/or policies. You should seek advising from your major advisor first, as your major courses will typically take priority in your scheduling and planning. Students should then follow up with an advisor who specializes in General Education (GE) as needed.

Other Resources
Browse the Student Resources and Services site for tutoring, tech help, student programs, and more. 

Meet with the major advisor in the new major to collect the required signature on the Plan Change Form. If you're undecided on a new major, we recommend the Undeclared Advising, Major Exploration, and Declaring a Major page.

To find the date and time you can register for classes, go to your Student Center → Enrollment → Enrollment Dates.

You must meet with an advisor to discuss your situation.

Undergraduate students: Academic Advising

Graduate and Credential students: Office of Graduate Studies 

International students: International Education and Global Engagement 

Special Session Degree students: Professional and Continuing Education