{"id":4324,"date":"2026-02-13T09:46:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T14:46:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/?page_id=4324"},"modified":"2026-08-20T12:11:23","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T16:11:23","slug":"advising-prep","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/advising-prep\/","title":{"rendered":"Advising Prep"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group mb-0 mt-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-advising-prep\">Advising Prep<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">Advising Prep is The Citadel\u2019s approach to helping students take an active role in academic planning and make the most of the advising appointment. Before meeting with the Major Advisor, students review academic progress, reflect on goals, develop a course plan, and identify questions or topics for discussion, creating a foundation for a meaningful advising conversation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Advising Prep Worksheet provides a framework for preparing for the advising appointment, while Plan Ahead helps students develop a proposed Course Registration Plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Download the following resources to prepare for the Advising session!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Advising-Prep-Worksheet-2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Advising Prep Worksheet<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Review. Reflect. Organize. = Meaningful Advising<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Advising-Prep-PlanAheadStep-By-Step.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plan Ahead Step-By-Step<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">A Strong Plan <strong>=<\/strong> Easy Registration<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group mb-0 mt-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full mb-0 mt-0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"666\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-03-112717.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4329\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-03-112717.png 666w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-03-112717-300x195.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 666px) 100vw, 666px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full mb-0 mt-0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"854\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-12-112719.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4349\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-12-112719.png 854w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-12-112719-300x232.png 300w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-12-112719-768x594.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 854px) 100vw, 854px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 id=\"h-preparing-for-the-advising-appointment\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing for the Advising Appointment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following preparation steps can help students make the most of the appointment with the Major Advisor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Review academic progress<\/strong> by using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/registrar\/degree-works\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/registrar\/degree-works\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Degree Works<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/academicaffairs\/academic-maps\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/academicaffairs\/academic-maps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Academic MAP<\/a> to understand progress toward degree completion, identifying any questions or concerns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><strong>Reflect on academic and career goals<\/strong><\/strong> by considering interests, potential majors, minors, careers, and other areas of professional or personal development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Develop a Course Registration Plan<\/strong> using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Advising-Prep-PlanAheadStep-By-Step.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Advising-Prep-PlanAheadStep-By-Step.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plan Ahead<\/a> to create a proposed schedule for the upcoming semester. A full-time course load typically includes 15 credit hours minimum, with the proposed schedule reflecting degree requirements, academic goals, and individual circumstances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><strong>Identify questions and topics<\/strong><\/strong> to discuss with the Major Advisor, including academic plans, career interests, challenges, or campus resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><strong>Complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Advising-Prep-Worksheet-2.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Advising-Prep-Worksheet-2.pdf\">Advising Prep Worksheet<\/a><\/strong><\/strong> to organize thoughts, questions, and goals before the advising appointment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-know-where-to-turn-when-preparing-for-advising\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Know Where to Turn When Preparing for Advising<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/citadelits-my.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/g\/personal\/sfye_citadel_edu\/IQCGCkaPTO3LTJSKN5inEKQKAUyG3jfWlz0XntGRVGn4qwM?e=wGTLBc\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/citadelits-my.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/g\/personal\/sfye_citadel_edu\/IQCGCkaPTO3LTJSKN5inEKQKAUyG3jfWlz0XntGRVGn4qwM?e=wGTLBc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Company Advisors<\/a><\/strong> provide additional support within each company and help connect cadets with academic resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cadet Academic Teams<\/strong> encourage peers, share resources, and promote academic success within their companies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advising Facilitators<\/strong> support the advising process within their assigned school of study by providing resources, guidance, and coordination for students and advisors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Together, these groups help students prepare for advising, make informed decisions, and take ownership of their academic planning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group mb-0 mt-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 id=\"h-the-advising-conversation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Advising Conversation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Major Advisors<\/strong> are students\u2019 primary academic advisors and conduct the official advising appointment, providing individualized guidance related to academic progress, course planning, and degree completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Advising Period begins two weeks before course registration<\/strong> opens. Students should <strong>be proactive<\/strong> in scheduling the appointment with their Major Advisor, as this is a busy time and availability fills quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bring completed preparation and questions to the advising appointment. During the advising appointment, students and Major Advisors can discuss academic progress, the proposed Course Registration Plan, academic and professional goals, and any questions or concerns that may affect academic plans.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full mb-0 mt-0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"451\" height=\"552\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-01-21-160908.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4326\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-01-21-160908.png 451w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-01-21-160908-245x300.png 245w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 451px) 100vw, 451px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group mb-0 mt-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full mb-0 mt-0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"460\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-03-120222-edited.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4334\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-03-120222-edited.png 460w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-03-120222-edited-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/advisingandretention\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/Screenshot-2026-02-03-120222-edited-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 id=\"h-course-registration\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Course Registration<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the advising appointment is complete and the Advising Hold has been lifted, students are ready to register for courses when the assigned registration window opens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Course Registration opens based on Academic Classification (e.g., Freshman 4A\/4B, Sophomore 3A\/3B, etc.). Students are responsible for registering during the assigned registration window. To find the specific registration date, check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/registrar\/academic-calendar\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/registrar\/academic-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Academic Calendar<\/a> for the current term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Advisors remain available to help answer questions and address concerns throughout the registration process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-the-advising-prep-experience\">The Advising Prep Experience<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advising Prep is about more than checking a box before the advising session.<\/strong> It provides an opportunity for students to reflect on academic progress and goals, consider options, and enter the advising conversation ready to make informed decisions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Advising Prep Advising Prep is The Citadel\u2019s approach to helping students take an active role in academic planning and make the most of the advising appointment. 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