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.

Spring Semester 2026: Important Dates

January 5: First Day of Spring Semester

January 11: Last day to add/drop full semester classes

March 9: Advising for Spring 2026 Classes Begins

March 23: Registration starts for seniors 87+ EARNED Credit

March 24: Registration starts for juniors 56-86 EARNED Credit

March 25: Registration starts for sophomores 24-55 EARNED Credit

March 26: Registration starts for freshmen 0-23 EARNED Credit

April 12: Last Day to Withdraw a class

April 24: Last day class and Last day to request incomplete grade

April 27-30: Final Exams