Academic Advising
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Q: How can I make an appointment with my Advisor?
A: It’s a great time of year to meet with Academic Advising. Want to make a plan for next semester? Need to complete the Advising meeting assignment for Cornerstone? Thinking about graduation or transferring? Schedule an appointment today!
- If you are a CURRENT student, you can schedule an appointment anytime with your assigned Advisor through your student portal. To schedule, look under the "Student Academics" index in the FSW portal; locate the "schedule an advising appointment" icon on the right-hand side just below the Canvas icon.
- If you are a NEW student that is attending college for the first time, check your Bucs email account for an invitation to an Advising Workshop.
- If you are a NEW student with transfer credit, please make an appointment with your advisor in the FSW portal. To schedule, look under the "Student Academics" index; locate the "schedule an advising appointment" icon on the right-hand side just below the Canvas icon.
For additional important dates, please view the official FSW College Calendar.
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What Do Academic Advisors Do?
Academic Advisors at FSW assist you with selecting classes, but that's not all! They will help you explore our academic programs to help you determine which program will help you land your dream career or transfer to a university to further your education.
How Do I Schedule an Appointment?
You can schedule an appointment with your advisor in the "Student Academics" tab of your FSW Student Portal.
When you schedule an appointment, you will receive a confirmation email with further instructions. If you have already scheduled your in-person appointment, please go directly to the Advising Front Desk. If you have requested a Zoom appointment, please check your Bucs email for an email from your advisor with a link. If you have requested a phone appointment, your advisor will call you at the number listed in your FSW Portal.
New Students: Having trouble making an appointment?
Make sure you've completed your enrollment steps!
First Time in College Students*: Attend New Student Orientation prior to scheduling an appointment with your Advisor.
Transfer and Readmit Students: Complete your other enrollment steps in order to meet with your advisor.
*Includes incoming freshmen and graduating high school seniors with dual enrollment credits from FSW.
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Contact Us
Find your advisor's contact information in the "Student Academics" tab of your FSW Student Portal.
Schedule an appointment with your advisor in the "Student Academics" tab of your FSW Student Portal.