Advising
Every undergraduate student in the Arts and Sciences is assigned to an academic advisor. Advisors assist students in discovering and exploring their academic options and taking advantage of the many resources and opportunities available to them.
Advisors
When you first come into Arts and Sciences you will be assigned to an academic advisor in the Arts and Sciences Advising Center. After you declare a major, you'll be advised by someone in your academic department.
Senior Advisors | Advisors | Departmental Advisors
Freshmen: Preparing for Your PittStart Session
You can expect to hear from your academic advisor via your Pitt e-mail account and by U.S. mail approximately one week before you attend your PittStart Session. Be sure to read these communications carefully and follow the directions to ensure that you are fully prepared when you come to campus for your PittStart Session. You can begin preparing for your PittStart Session now.
Transfer Student Cyber Orientation
This orientation aims to help you make the transition to the School of Arts and Sciences. Once you have finished the presentation, please complete the cyber orientation survey. After you have submitted the survey, you should contact the Advising Center (412-624-6444) to schedule an appointment with an advisor.
Ampco-Pittsburgh Call for Nominations
Celebrate excellence in academic advising by nominating a School of Arts and Sciences faculty academic advisor for the 2010 Ampco-Pittsburgh Prize for Excellence in Advising.
Need An Advisor?
When do you need to see an advisor? What should you know before you meet? Find out more.
Advising By Year
Freshmen | Transfers | Sophomores | Juniors | Seniors | High School Students
Advising Chat and Forum
No appointment? No problem! Our peer and professional advisors are available to answer your questions in person, over the phone, or through web chat.
In Person
Visit the Advising Center at 201 Thackeray Hall and ask for the On Call Advisor. Hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. and 2 – 4 p.m.
On the Web
Advising Center staff is available at designated hours to respond to your chat requests. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm.
Another option is to ask a question in our Q & A forum, or browse the answers we’ve provided to others.
General Education Courses
Need a list of courses that fill your general education requirements? Download this catalog (PDF). (Free Adobe Reader required.)
