Academic Advising

We can help you construct a meaningful educational plan based on your interests and abilities and consistent with your academic, professional, and personal goals. We foster the development of students who are self-directed, responsible decision-makers and support the successful completion of degree requirements.

We facilitate educational planning and support academic progress by providing information about the following:

Academic Standing
New Student Scheduling
The Core Curriculum

Programs of Study
Campus Resources
Transfer Options

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Awards and Recognition

USG Chancellor’s Service Excellence Gold Award Receipt for Outstanding Process Improvement Award: Increase Service to Students for the Academic Advising Team with the project “Maximize Your Major and Advising Tools”
UNG Campus Advising Centers are the 2016 Complete College Georgia Champion
UNG Campus Advising Centers are past recipients of the Chancellor's Customer Service Team Award!

What to Expect

Second Semester Advising

If you still have fewer than 45 credit hours, you’ll once again have a Mandatory Advising hold placed on your account. If you’re questioning your major, make sure you book an appointment with your advisor to discuss your options!

Use the Advising Tools for your major and review your Degree Works ahead of time. This interactive audit shows you which requirements you’ve completed, which are in progress, and which you still need to complete. Think of it as your roadmap to graduation, and use it to help you choose which courses to register for to stay on track!

Third Semester Advising

This may be your last semester with a Mandatory Advising hold. Make sure you bring any questions about your major, degree progress, course selection, and UNG policies to this appointment with your Professional Advisor!

Once you reach 45 credit hours or are accepted into a professional program, you’ll transition to advisement by a Faculty member in your major department. Faculty Advisors are experts in their field, and will be able to answer your major-specific questions, help you plan for future course registration, and discuss internships and careers.

Before You Get to Campus

Congratulations on your acceptance, and welcome to Nighthawk Nation!

After completing the Academic Interest Form and registering for an Orientation session, you will be pre-registered for your first semester by a professional advisor for your major. Contact the major advisor for your campus if you have questions! Check your UNG Email daily to make sure you’re receiving all our communication, so you stay informed.

After Orientation, you’ll have the opportunity to adjust your pre-registered schedule, subject to course availability. Make an appointment with your assigned advisor, found on your Tranguid, to discuss any questions you have before you arrive!

First Semester Advising

Once you’re at UNG, you’ll be able to register yourself for all future semesters. Students are assigned to advisors based on their major and number of credit hours. If you have fewer than 45 credit hours, you’ll have a Mandatory Advising hold on your account, requiring you to meet with a Professional Advisor to plan for the next 1-2 semesters before you can register for classes. If you are bringing any college credit (AP exams, dual enrollment coursework, transfer courses, etc.) into UNG, you may begin working with a Faculty Advisor from your first semester at UNG.

During this advising appointment, ask your Professional Advisor about your major, classes, UNG policies, and available resources. This is also a great time to explore other major options if you have questions! Prepare for this appointment by familiarizing yourself with the Advising Tools for your major, including the Plan of Study and Degree Map.

Advising Events

Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Q&A (DAH)

April 2, 2025 12:00PM

Join us for a Q&A about different career opportunities in criminal justice and law enforcement.

Registration Help

April 9, 2025 03:00PM

Make sure your FALL 2025 schedule ROCKS!Stop by the Advising Office and bring your own technology for assistance on registering for fall classes.*Not intended for Mandatory Advising Appointments

Law School Panel

April 10, 2025 11:00AM

Join us via Zoom to learn about the process in applying for law school, surviving and thriving while in law school, and how to transition into your legal field after your bar exam.