School of Arts and Sciences

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.

Orientation Presentation (PDF)
Orientation Survey

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

On-Call Advising

If you just have a quick question, you don't need an appointment. Visit the Advising Center (201 Thackeray Hall) and ask for the on-call advisor.

General Education Courses

Need a list of courses that fill your general education requirements? Download this PDF. (Free Adobe Reader required.)

Degrees (Majors, Minors, and Certificates)

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