Advising at UASC

The Undergraduate Advising and Support Center (UASC) provides academic advising to the following students: newly admitted and newly enrolled students (after they have attended a New Student Orientation session); students on academic warning, probation or dismissal; and students who have not yet chosen a major.

University Advising Model: The University expects that all new undergraduate students (both freshmen and transfer students) attend a New Student Orientation prior to their first term at PSU. All undergraduates must also have an initial advising session in the UASC within their first two terms (or 24 credits) at PSU. At the declaration of their major (preferably before 90 credits, but no later than 120 credits), all undergraduates will be advised by advisers in their major department. All undeclared undergraduates will continue to be advised by the UASC.

What to expect from a UASC adviser:

• An explanation of PSU’s general education and degree requirements
• Information about PSU policies and procedures
• Help exploring majors and advice about appropriate introductory courses
• Referrals to other campus resources and services
• Suggestions to increase your academic success

How to see an adviser: The UASC provides academic advising both by appointment and on a drop-in basis. Refer to the advising schedule for available drop-in hours or call 503-725-4005 to make an appointment.

What to bring with you:

• Your transfer evaluation (if you are a transfer student)
• A copy of your Degree Audit Report (DARS). A computer and instructions on how to run the DARS report is available in the UASC.
• Copies of any advising forms that have been done in the past
• Copies of petitions that you submitted and decisions you received
• A list of questions

Please also visit PSU's Advising website!