Academic Advising Introduction
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!
Spring 2025 Advising and Registration Help
The professional advisors in Academic Advising - Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) will be available to assist students with advising and registration needs. If you are unsure about what you want to do next semester, you can also work with our professional advisors to figure out your best options.
Please review our upcoming availability below:
| Monday, January 13 | 8:30 am-12 pm and 12:45-6 pm | In-Person and Drop-In Zoom |
| Tuesday, January 14 | 8:30 am-12 pm and 12:45-6 pm | In-Person and Drop-In Zoom |
| Wednesday, January 15 | 8:30 am-12 pm and 12:45-6 pm | In-Person and Drop-In Zoom |
| Thursday, January 16 | 8:30 am-12 pm and 12:45-6 pm | In-Person and Drop-In Zoom |
| Friday, January 17 | 8:30 am-12 pm and 12:45-6 pm | In-Person and Drop-In Zoom |
| Monday, January 20 | HOLIDAY | CLOSED |
| *Tuesday, January 21 | 9 am-12 pm and 12:45-4:30 pm | In-Person and Drop-In Zoom |
| *Wednesday, January 22 | 9 am-12 pm and 12:45-4:30 pm | In-Person and Drop-In Zoom |
| *Thursday, January 23 | 9 am-12 pm and 12:45-4:30 pm | ZOOM ONLY |
| *Friday, January 24 | 9 am-12 pm and 12:45-4:30 pm | ZOOM ONLY |
| Monday, January 27 | 9 am-4:30 pm | Return to Appointments via Navigate360 |
Important Notes:
- Between 12:00pm-12:45 pm advisors will be unavailable for lunch break as indicated above.
- Students must be on a computer to be seen - first come, first serve and please expect a wait period due to high student traffic-plan accordingly.
- Students on academic probation must arrive no later than 3 pm to meet with a professional advisor and are required to have their canvas course and self-assessment completed.
- January 13 is the first day of classes.
- January 17 is the last day to add/drop courses. Advisors will be available from January 21-24 to help students figure out alternative options - adding courses will not be an option.
- January 27 we return to Appointments via Navigate360.
If you have any questions or concerns, email: advising@salemstate.edu.
Meeting ID: 513 459 1739
Passcode: 924278
Phone: 929.205.6099
Overview of Services
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.
Contact Us
Academic Advising
352 Lafayette St.
Salem, MA 01970