Advising and Career Services

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Welcome to Advising Services for the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice at Florida Atlantic University. We are here to guide you on the specific degree requirements necessary to achieve your academic goals. Advising appointments are strongly encouraged each semester to ensure you stay on track and on time for graduation.

Advising appointments must be scheduled via Navigate and are available in three formats:

  1. In Person
  2. Online/Virtual: On a computer, not a mobile device
  3. Phone: With computer nearby

IMPORTANT: For online and phone appointments, make sure you are in a secure, quiet, distraction-free environment where you can take notes. Computer access is required so we can review links and other pertinent information together, whether we are meeting virtually or by phone. Appointments cannot take place while you are working, driving, or engaged in other activities. 

Drop-In Advising sessions are offered during the first week of each semester during Drop/Add week only.

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(561) 297-2316 | Undergraduates: swcjadvising@fau.edu | Graduates: swcjgradvising@fau.edu

Advice for Students:

  1. Be aware of important dates – The academic calendar will list dates of add/drop, withdraw, application for degree deadlines.
  2. Attend Class – You are responsible for any missed information, be sure to see your professor.
  3. Read the Catalog – The catalog is filled with information about the University and College requirements. It is your responsibility to know the degree requirements for your major.
  4. Get to Know the Faculty – They are here to help you develop your future.
  5. Changes in Course Titles & Numbers – Changes do occur; be sure not to repeat a class that you have already taken.
  6. Make wise decisions on managing your time (work, family, school, me).
  7. Balance your course load.
  8. Split up the courses you “like” with courses you don’t “like.”
  9. Try to schedule courses you find “difficult” at times you are most energized.
  10. Take responsibility for your choices.
  11. It is your responsibility to check with your academic advisor on your progression through your major.