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Academic Success helps you stay on track toward graduation. Whether you're planning your first semester or preparing for graduation, your academic advisor can help you select courses, understand degree requirements, and proactively plan for your future.
Find Your Academic Advisor
Every undergraduate student has at least one academic advisor. To find your advisor:
Log in directly to Tiger Advising Connect (opens in a new tab). You can also find Tiger Advising Connect by following these steps:
- Log in to Thee JSU Experience (opens in a new tab) using your NetID.
- Select Search Cards and search for Tiger Advising Connect.
- Open your Tiger Advising Connect Dashboard.
- Select “My Success Team” to view your advisor and schedule an appointment.
Who Advises Me?
Your advising team depends on your earned credit hours and academic program.
| Classification | Earned Credit Hours | Success Team |
|---|---|---|
| Freshman | 0–29 | University Academic Advisement Center (UAAC) |
| Sophomore | 30–59 | University Academic Advisement Center (UAAC) |
| Junior | 60–89 | College Success Advising and Faculty Advisors |
| Senior | 90+ | College Success Advising and Faculty Advisors |
| JSUOnline* | All undergraduate classifications | JSUOnline Advisors |
| Student Athletes* | All undergraduate classifications | Student Athlete Tiger Center Advisors |
| W.E.B. Du Bois Honors College* | All undergraduate classifications | Honors College Advisors |
| New and Readmitted Students** | All undergraduate classifications | Assigned advising team |
*Specialized Advising: Students enrolled in JSUOnline, Honors College, or other specialized programs may have multiple advising assignments. Check Tiger Advising Connect to find your assigned advisor.
**New and Readmitted Student Advising: Instructions specific to new admits or re-admits will be shared to your JSU email with instructions to create your first JSU course schedule.
Advising Milestones by Classification or Special Population
Freshman Advising
0-29 HOURSFreshman students are advised in the University Academic Advisement Center (UAAC). During your first year, focus on selecting or confirming your major, choosing a general education pathway, and building a strong academic foundation through general education and introductory major courses.
For more information about general education and pathway options, visit Thee Pathway General Education Program.
Sophomore Advising
30-59 HOURSSophomore students are advised in the University Academic Advisement Center (UAAC). During your second year, focus on confirming your major and career goals while making progress toward completing your general education pathway. This is also a great time to explore internships, study abroad programs, student leadership opportunities, and academic minors.
Junior Advising
60-89 HOURSJunior students receive advising from both a Faculty Advisor in their major and a College Success Advisor. By your junior year, you should be completing or have completed Thee Pathway General Education Program.
Focus on advancing in your major, gaining practical experience through internships, undergraduate research, service learning, and leadership opportunities. Begin exploring graduate programs, professional schools, and required entrance exams such as the PRAXIS, GMAT, GRE, MCAT, or LSAT.
Senior Advising
90+ HOURSSenior students work with their Faculty Advisor and College Success Advisor to prepare for graduation and the transition beyond college. Your senior year should focus on confirming graduation requirements, completing your senior degree evaluation, and finalizing remaining courses. Senior milestones include finalizing your résumé, applying for jobs or graduate programs, requesting letters of recommendation, and connecting with mentors and career resources.
JSU Online Registration Info
ALL CLASSIFICATIONSJSUOnline students receive personalized advising assistance for online learners. For more information, visit JSUOnline.
Athletics Advising
ALL CLASSIFICATIONSStudent-athletes have access to UAAC, College Success, and Athletics advisors to help balance academic and student-athlete commitments. For more information, visit the Student-Athlete Tiger Center (opens in a new tab).
Honors Advising
ALL CLASSIFICATIONSStudents enrolled in the W.E.B. Du Bois - Maria Luisa Alvarez Harvey Honors College have access to UAAC, College Success, and Honors College advisors to balance academic commitments, prestigious scholarship opportunities, research, internships, and so much more.