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!

Fall 2026 Drop-In Registration Help and Last Day to Withdraw

Date	Time	Available meeting format(s)
Monday, April 6	9 am-4:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Tuesday, April 7 (Seniors)	8:30 am-5:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Wednesday, April 8 (Juniors)	8:30 am-5:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Thursday, April 9 (Sophomores)	8:30 am-5:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Friday, April 10 (First Years and Last Day to Withdraw)*	8:30 am-5:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Monday, April 13	9 am-4:30 pm	Zoom Only
Tuesday, April 14	9-4:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Wednesday, April 15	9 am-4:30 pm	In-Person and Zoom
Thursday, April 16		Return to Appointments via N360

*Note: Advisors will be unavailable between 12:45 pm - 1:30 pm for lunch.

*Note: Friday, April 10 is the last day to withdraw from a spring 2026 full-semester class for the semester.

Academic Advising Zoom Link

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.