Office of Academic Advising

Office of Academic Advising We provide academic advising for all CSUSM undergraduate students.

Scheduled Appointments:
-In-depth advising, graduation checks, major/minor planning, general education information, probation, reinstatement, disqualification, etc. eAdvisor:
-For quick/general questions or inquiries about policies or requirements, ask the eAdvisor. Drop-In Advising:
-Advising for general information, schedule verification or issues, registration questions, etc.
-Meetings generall

y last up to 15 minutes.
-No appointment needed! Group Advising Sessions:
-Available for specific majors.
-Check our website for more detailed information!

Attention Cougars!🐱💙 The Fall 2026 is LIVE!! Have you planned out your schedule? Running into issues? Or just need addit...
04/07/2026

Attention Cougars!🐱💙 The Fall 2026 is LIVE!! Have you planned out your schedule? Running into issues? Or just need additional support?

Swipe to Slide 2-3👆🏼 to see our Helpful Tips & Reminders for a smooth registration!! ✅ All guide links will be in our bio 👩🏽‍💻🌐 

Need additional support? See Slide 4 for our Drop-In Advising schedule! 🗓️  Due to high-volume, it may be necessary to close drop-in advising earlier than posted times.

Are you a new student starting in Fall 2026? You’re a little early! Services for New Students will start May 26 😎🐾

NOTE: Students who applied for Spring/Summer 2026 Graduation will NOT receive a Fall 2026 enrollment date. If you are NOT a Spring/Summer 2026 graduate and did not receive an enrollment date, please contact the Office of the Registrar, [email protected] (Located in COUGAR CENTRAL -3rd floor of Administrative Building).

🍁Fall 2026 Enrollment is just around the corner! Mark your calendars! 🗓️✏️⏰ The schedule goes LIVE on April 6th! All eli...
04/02/2026

🍁Fall 2026 Enrollment is just around the corner! Mark your calendars! 🗓️✏️
⏰ The schedule goes LIVE on April 6th! All eligible students will receive an email with their specific date & time to enroll. Your Enrollment Date will also be posted on your Student Center on myCSUSM. 
✅We highly recommend adding your classes to your shopping cart before your Enrollment Date!🛒🧑🏻‍💻👩🏽‍💻 
 
⚠️ Quick notes:
• To avoid enrollment delays, please make sure to clear any holds on your myCSUSM account
• Graduating seniors, who applied for Fall 2026 Graduation, may enroll in up to 19 units 
• Students on Academic Notice may not register for more than 14 units 
• Students may waitlist up to 10 units 
• Students who applied for Spring/Summer 2026 Graduation will NOT receive a Fall 2026 enrollment date.
• If you are not a Spring/Summer 2026 graduate and did not receive an enrollment date, please contact the Registrar’s Office, [email protected] 
 

☀️ Summer 2026 Registration is almost here! 📚🐾Start building your shopping cart now so you’re ready when enrollment open...
03/16/2026

☀️ Summer 2026 Registration is almost here! 📚🐾
Start building your shopping cart now so you’re ready when enrollment opens.
⏰ Enrollment begins March 23 — check your Enrollment Date & Time in your myCSUSM Student Center.
 
⚠️ NOTE
• Students who applied for Spring 2026 Graduation will NOT receive a Summer enrollment date.
• If you are not a Spring 2026 graduate and did not receive an enrollment date, please contact your advisor for more information. 
• Are you on Academic Notice? Connect with Academic Advising for permission to enroll this Summer 2026.
 
📩 Send an eAdvisor or book an appointment using the link in bio.
 

📢 Spring/Summer 2026 Graduating Seniors! It’s not official until you click SUBMIT!* ✅ If you plan to finish your require...
03/12/2026

📢 Spring/Summer 2026 Graduating Seniors! It’s not official until you click SUBMIT!* ✅ 
If you plan to finish your requirements by the end of Spring or Summer 2026, don’t forget to apply for graduation by March 15 ⏰
 
✨ Important reminders:
• Both Spring & Summer grads can walk in the May Commencement Ceremony!
• Apply for the term when you’ll complete your final requirement(s)
• Students who apply for Spring 2026 will not receive a Summer 2026 enrollment date
 
📲 Full details in our bio link
 
*Graduation applications will be reviewed after final grades are posted 🤓

Thinking about next semester? 🤔 Now is the perfect time to check in with Academic Advising! ⏰Connect with us to plan you...
03/12/2026

Thinking about next semester? 🤔 Now is the perfect time to check in with Academic Advising! ⏰
Connect with us to plan your next steps and stay on track. 🎓
Don’t wait until registration opens! Your future self will thank you✨
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Get your grad gear @ GradFest! 🎓✨This week, starting TOMORROW!! March 4-5, 10am to 6pm @ USU Ballroom (2nd Floor)Family ...
03/03/2026

Get your grad gear @ GradFest! 🎓✨
This week, starting TOMORROW!! March 4-5, 10am to 6pm @ USU Ballroom (2nd Floor)
Family is welcome!💙

Can’t make it to the event? Stop by for regalia, diploma frames and more after GradFest!

Why Attend? Purchase cap and gown, CSUSM alumni gear, and other commencement-related items (diploma frames, announcements and gifts). Take your grad portraits, pre-order your leis, learn more about the Alumni Association, and learn more about what to expect on commencement day.

 

Happy Friday Cougars🐾 Did you know the best time to meet with your advisor is right now? Avoid long wait-times in April...
02/20/2026

Happy Friday Cougars🐾 Did you know the best time to meet with your advisor is right now? Avoid long wait-times in April by schedling an appointment for next week or in March!
See our pinned 📌 post to review How to Schedule an Appoinment today! Link in our bio!

The Spring Semester🌸 is almost here!! If you have questions about your Spring 2026 schedule or have last minute changes,...
01/16/2026

The Spring Semester🌸 is almost here!! If you have questions about your Spring 2026 schedule or have last minute changes, feel free to stop by Virtual Drop-Ins from January 20th to February 2nd. Link in our bio! 👩🏽‍💻🧑🏻‍💻🌺
Need help accessing Microsoft Teams? Be sure to follow the directions in our bio link! Still need help? Connect with  
 
PLEASE NOTE: No advising appointments can be scheduled during this time. Seating is limited for in-person sessions. Students will be seen in the order they signed-in. Due to high volume, it may be necessary to close Drop-in Advising early. Drop-In Guidelines & how to access the Virtual Front Desk in bio link.
 

Meet our Peer Advisors! Did you know our Peer Advisors are the friendly faces you first meet in our office? Whether yo...
10/24/2025

Meet our Peer Advisors! Did you know our Peer Advisors are the friendly faces you first meet in our office? Whether you stop by our office in-person or virtually, they’re here to help answer general advising questions and provide enrollment support. No appointment needed! 
 
*Note: The Office of Academic Advising has 3 locations
Administrative Building 1300: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm
University Hall 221 & Markstein Hall 126: Monday - Friday, 8am to 4pm (closed 12-1pm)
All offices will be closed Nov 27-28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. 
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The semester has finally settled in, which means it’s the perfect time to meet with your Academic Advisor 💁🏻‍♀️✨ Take ad...
09/29/2025

The semester has finally settled in, which means it’s the perfect time to meet with your Academic Advisor 💁🏻‍♀️✨ Take advantage of this less demanding period & make an appointment today!  Swipe left to see how to make an appointment 👆🏼 Appointments can be booked up to 2 weeks in advance & are available In-Person, Virtual via Microsoft Teams, or Phone Call. Link in Bio!

The semester has settled in, now is the perfect time to take advantage of Academic Advising Appointments!  Swipe left to...
09/29/2025

The semester has settled in, now is the perfect time to take advantage of Academic Advising Appointments!  Swipe left to see how to make an appointment 👆🏼 Appointments can be booked up to 2 weeks in advance and are available In-Person, Virtual via Microsoft Teams, or Phone Call. Link in Bio!

Happy Friday! First week of school is wrapping up🙌🏼 Still trying to finalize your Fall 2025 schedule? Take note of Add/D...
08/29/2025

Happy Friday! First week of school is wrapping up🙌🏼 Still trying to finalize your Fall 2025 schedule? Take note of Add/Drop Important Dates:
• AUGUST 29: Last day to enroll in open classes (without permission number)
• SEPTEMBER 8: Last day to enroll with permission number
• SEPTEMBER 9: Late Enrollment Petition is now required to enroll in classes*
• SEPTEMBER 21: Last day to drop class with no academic record*
For more details, check out the “Fall 2025 Important Dates” link in our bio! Have a great weekend Cougars! 💙

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