Academic Advisement
Upon entering FNU, each freshman is advised to see his or her program advisor or academic advisor. In addition, each of the offices listed below provides advisement in its field of responsibility to all students as appropriate. These offices are:
The Academic Advising Center
The Admissions Office
The Registrar’s Office
The Financial Aid Office
The Student Services Office
The Academic Advising Center
- Discussing program choices and career options
- Advising new and current students who are in a career/program.
- Explain and review academic requirements.
- Assist with scheduling courses.
What is the purpose of Academic Advising?
The primary purpose of academic advising is to assist students in the development of meaningful educational plans that are compatible with their life goals.
Students should contact their Division Head for the program advisor’s name and contact information or see the Program Advisors section. The instructors advise their students concerning academic progress as well as academic matters.
The ultimate responsibility for making decisions about life goals and educational plans rest with the individual student. The academic advisor assists by helping to identify and evaluate the alternatives and the consequences of decisions. The academic advisor will be able to direct the student in the right direction depending on his/her life goals and offer recommendations.