The mission of the academic advising program is to assist students in the development of meaningful educational plans that are compatible with their goals. Further, it is to fully inform students regarding requirements in their areas of concentration and expose students to the variety of course and degree options offered by the College. This should take the form of an ongoing discussion between advisor and student, beyond merely a consideration of courses for registration; a dialogue that, to be effective, should continue throughout the student's college experience.

The Office of Academic Advisement, located at the Academic Advisement Center (Building U), reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. It is responsible for the overall direction of the academic advising program at the College. It coordinates services offered by a variety of departments and offices.