Advising at UO

Overview

The Office of Academic Advising (OAA) provides academic advising and related services to all students. It is a place where students can sit down with an adviser one-on-one and discuss their individual concerns and questions. OAA serves all students, especially those who have not yet decided on an academic major. Assistance is provided to help students make the best possible use of academic resources and to facilitate academic progress and success. Students can call or come in as often as needed. Disability Services, although separately located, is administratively a part of the Office of Academic Advising.

OAA advisers help new students make a smooth transition to the university and assist continuing students in many ways. Advisers help students develop meaningful educational plans that are compatible with the students’ life goals. Specialized advising is available for students who are undeclared (have not chosen a major), those transferring to the UO, or those interested in pursuing graduate training in health sciences, law, and other professions. OAA coordinates initial advising with academic departments for all new undergraduate students during orientation programs.

Each student is an important new member of our student community. We want each student’s experience at the University of Oregon to be a successful one! Please feel free to call us to schedule an appointment.  We look forward to speaking with you!

Academic Planning

With more than 2,000 courses and nearly 100 majors to choose from, students have many choices as they plan their academic career. Students are encouraged to develop a course of study that reflects special interests, goals, and career aspirations. To facilitate this planning students meet with academic advisers throughout their time at the UO. Advising sessions enhance educational experiences with one-on-one student-faculty contact. Working with advisers and using tools, such as the Degree Audit, enables students to actively shape coherence in their education and effectively plan for graduation.

All new undergraduate students are required to meet with an adviser prior to registering for the first time and are advised to continue seeing their adviser regularly throughout their UO experience.