{"id":8,"date":"2023-04-04T16:58:13","date_gmt":"2023-04-04T21:58:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/advising\/?page_id=8"},"modified":"2026-07-31T16:10:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T21:10:47","slug":"area-of-study-advising","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/advising\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to Academic Advising!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Need Advising Help? Drop In! <\/strong><\/p>\n

July 20\u2013August 28, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Drop-in advising is available on any campus & virtually Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.and virtually on Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m and virtually on Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. No appointment needed! <\/p>\n

Find a campus<\/a><\/p>\n

Join Virtual Drop-in Advising<\/a><\/p>\n

Join Saturday Advising<\/a><\/p>\n

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Find Your Advising Pathway<\/h2>\n

Advisors help you stay on track, choose classes, navigate registration and holds, explore your academic and career goals, and make the most of your experience at ACC.<\/p>\n

Your advising options depend on where you are in your student journey. Explore the options below and select the path that best describes you.<\/p>\n

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New Students<\/h3>\n

Get help completing registration, connecting with an advisor and getting started at ACC. <\/p>\n

New Student Advising<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Current Students <\/h3>\n

Connect with your assigned advisor, schedule an appointment, and get help staying on track.<\/p>\n

Current Student Advising  <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Former Riverbats<\/h3>\n

Returning to ACC after taking a break? Find out what you need to do before meeting an advisor and registering for classes <\/p>\n

Former Riverbat Advising <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Advising Session Tips<\/h2>\n

Use these tips to get the most out of your time with your advisor.<\/p>\n

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Before your session:<\/a><\/p>

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  1. Check Self Service<\/a> to ensure your program of study is correct. If it needs to be updated, your advisor can help during your session.<\/li>\n
  2. Think about your educational, transfer, and career goals so your advisor can help you build the best plan for your future.<\/li>\n
  3. Complete the Pre-Advising Worksheet<\/a> (page 4) in the Advising Syllabus to prepare for your session<\/li>\n
  4. Review your Program Map<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    During your session:<\/a><\/p>

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    1. Share important information about your goals, concerns, and questions to help your advisor create a plan that works for you.<\/li>\n
    2. Take notes \u2013 Have a notebook, phone, or laptop ready to write down important information and next steps.<\/li>\n
    3. Ask questions! If something is unclear or confusing, ask follow-up questions or request clarification.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      After your session:<\/a><\/p>

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      1. Recap your understanding of the recommendations you have received during your appointment.<\/li>\n
      2. Book your next appointment with your advisor to stay on track with your goals.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        General Advising Help<\/h2>\n
        \n Ask an Advising Question<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

        \n If you have a question that isn’t addressed through advising or need help resolving a concern, please contact our Kathy James, Executive Dean, Academic Advising at
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