Academic Advising

Advising

Advising is a collaborative relationship between a student and their academic adviser to develop meaningful goals that are consistent with the personal interests, values, and abilities of the advisee. 

An Advisor Can Help You:

• Make a plan to complete degree and general education requirements
• Register for classes for the next semester
• Navigate your college experience and connect to resources
• Discuss grades and academic standing
• Develop goals and an implementation plan

At Saint Mary's, all students work with a Professional Advisor in the Student Success Center until they declare their major. After a student declares their major, they will be connected to a Faculty member who will serve as their Faculty Advisor in their respective major for the remaining years of their college degree. 

Fall Semester 2025: Important Dates

September 2: First Day of Fall Semester

September 8: Last day to add/drop full semester classes

October 27th: Advising for Spring 2026 Classes Begins 

November 10th: Registration starts for seniors 87+ EARNED Credit

November 11th: Registration starts for juniors 56-86 EARNED Credit

November 12th: Registration starts for sophomores 24-55 EARNED Credit

November 13th: Registration starts for freshmen 0-23 EARNED Credit

November 25th: Last Day to Withdraw a class  

December 10th: Last day of Fall semester classes

December 12th-16th: Final Exams