The following are some commonly asked questions about academic advising and registration at MSU.  Reading the information on this page should not replace meeting with your Academic Advisor! 

 

Are all MSU students required to meet with an Academic Advisor prior to registration each semester? 

All Freshmen, Sophomores and Graduate Students at MSU are required to meet with their advisor and obtain a signature on their registration request before registering for classes. Students who have between 61-125 hours are not required to get their advisors signature to register, however we always recommend checking your schedule with your advisor before registering.  We STRONGLY URGE TRIO STUDENTS TO MEET WITH THEIR DEPARTMENT ADVISOR EACH SEMESTER.
 

Is meeting with your advisor more than once a semester inappropriate? 

Of course not.  You should see your Academic Advisor any time you have a question, need to add or drop a class, or just need to bounce an idea off someone.  Your Academic Advisor should be a RESOURCE for you. If you establish a strong working relationship with your Advisor, that person may also act as a reference for you in the future when you are applying for jobs, a scholarship, or graduate school.

What should I do to prepare for my meeting with my Academic Advisor? 

 for a complete list of things to do before your advising appointment.

 

Since my Advisor keeps track of all requirements at MSU, do I need to keep up on changes in my major or General Education Requirements as well? 

As a student, you have the responsibility to be informed regarding any changes in your major, minor or general education requirements.  You and your advisor work as a TEAM, and you should never turn over your entire fate as a student at MSU to someone else. 

 

When do I register, where do I register, and how do I get the best possible class selection? 

There is a strict sequence for class registration at MSU based on the number of hours you have completed (not including hours currently enrolled in) and the last two digits of your social security number.  If you are unsure about when to register for your classes, you can check the Registration Sequence on the web. 

 

TRIO students can register in the TRIO office by making an appointment on the date and time you can register.  DO NOT make your appointment to register earlier than your actual sequence date.  We are unable to register you until the date and time allowed by the computer system.  Here are some other registration sites on campus: