Why Do I Need Advising?

Through the advising experience at UMSL, you will have the opportunity to:

Examine and develop an understanding of your personal interests and skills.
Make informed decisions that will lead to enrolling in courses and programs that match your interests, skills and goals.
Formulate a plan for achieving identified academic goals, including a degree completion plan.
Select appropriate coursework for your degree program.
Seek assistance with questions and challenges while progressing through your academic program.
Explore discipline-appropriate activities that build academic potential, strengthen transferable skills, increase personal communication, and develop leadership abilities.
Graduate in a timely manner.

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