How to Schedule an Appointment

Appointments are made by calling 814-863-1947, or by visiting the reception counter in 202 Business Building. The administrative assistants have full access to adviser calendars and will make the appointment for you. No appointments will be scheduled by e-mail, nor on the same day of your request.

When to Schedule an Appointment

Please schedule an appointment with your adviser at least once per semester. Your scheduling date will appear in the top portion of your degree audit. It is wise to meet with your adviser at least one week in advance of your schedule date. Plan ahead for your appointments; it is best to call at least two weeks in advance.

We may need to meet multiple times in one semester when planning for a study abroad experience.

Appointment Length

Typical appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes. You may ask for one hour appointments, and this is encouraged for study abroad visits.

Properly Planning for Appointments

You are expected to make your own decisions about your academics based upon your values, goals, interests, and abilities. Your adviser will serve as a guide as you navigate through your college years, but the decisions are ultimately yours. You are required to print a degree audit for each appointment. Prepare a list of questions and be prepared to discuss them.

Adviser Profiles

There are fifteen academic advisers at Smeal. Click the link above to read more about the individuals who will help guide you through your academic decisions.

Office Location

Undergraduate Programs
202 Business Building
University Park, Pennsylvania 16802
Phone: 863-1947
Fax: 814-865-1237

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