Student Success And Advising Center FAQ

FAQ

What is the Student Success and Advising Center, and how can it help me?

The Student Success and Advising Center is the advising home for most students with 0-59 earned credits. Advisors help students plan courses, understand degree requirements, prepare for registration, explore options, and connect with support services.

Will I have a dedicated advisor?

Yes. Students whose majors are advised by the Center are assigned a dedicated advisor who will get to know their goals and provide ongoing support from semester to semester.

Does the Center advise students in every major?

Most majors are advised by the Center. Nursing students with up to 30 earned credits are advised by the Center. Dental Hygiene, Medical Laboratory Science, and Professional Pilot students are advised by their academic departments.

Am I advised by the Center?

Most undergraduate students with 0-59 earned credits are advised by the Center. Some programs follow a different advising model. Visit Find Your Advisor for guidance.

How do I find and contact my assigned advisor?

Visit Find Your Advisor and select your major to find your advisor's name and contact information.

How do I book an advising appointment?

Select Book an Appointment on the Center website and follow the instructions for your assigned advisor. Plan ahead during registration periods because appointments fill quickly.

When should I meet with my advisor?

Meet with your advisor at least once each semester and before registration. Contact your advisor if you are struggling academically, considering a schedule or major change, or need guidance.

What can I expect from an advising appointment?

You and your advisor will review academic progress, discuss goals, and plan next steps. Before your appointment, review your degree progress and check for holds.

What if my assigned advisor is unavailable or I am unsure whom to contact?

Contact the Student Success and Advising Center. A team member can assist you or connect you with the right person.

What are earned credits and why do they matter for advising?

Earned credits are successfully completed credits, including transfer, AP, and college credits earned in high school. Current courses are not counted until final grades are posted.

What happens as I approach 60 earned credits?

Students expected to reach 60 earned credits by semester's end will be introduced to the advising contact for their major. If a student remains below 60 earned credits, the Center will continue as the advising home.

What if I am completing an associate degree in Liberal Arts or Criminal Justice?

The Center remains your advising home through completion of the associate degree, even if you exceed 60 earned credits.

Can I still connect with professors in my major?

Yes. Professors provide guidance about careers, internships, research opportunities, graduate school, and the discipline itself.

What if I have a hold or registration problem?

Review your OASIS account for holds. Contact your advisor for assistance with resolving holds or registration issues.

What if I am struggling in a course or considering changing my major?

Contact your advisor early. Advisors can help evaluate options, create an academic plan, and connect you with additional resources.

What is FYE 101?

FYE 101 is a one-credit graduation requirement for all first-time, full-time students. It introduces campus resources and helps build academic and professional skills.

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FAQ

May I contact or join a meeting with my student's advisor?

Families may contact the Center with general questions. Advisors generally require student permission before discussing academic records.

How can I best support my student?

Encourage your student to meet regularly with their advisor, monitor Farmingdale email, observe deadlines, and ask for help early.

What should I do if I am concerned about my student?

Encourage your student to contact their advisor. You may also contact the Center to share concerns. Privacy regulations may limit information that can be shared with families.

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FAQ

How does centralized advising work alongside faculty and department support?

The Center assists with academic planning, course selection, registration, and referrals. Faculty provide mentoring, discipline-specific guidance, internships, and career support.

How are Center advisors connected with academic departments?

Academic departments are paired with dedicated Center advisors who work together to coordinate student support.

When will students begin working with their dedicated Center advisor?

Following the Fall 2026 add/drop period, students in the advising population will receive communication introducing their dedicated advisor.

How will alternate PINs be handled under the new advising model?

Center advisors will use alternate PINs when advising students in departments that currently require them. At this time, no new alternate PIN requirements will be introduced for departments that do not currently use them.

How should I refer a student or share an academic concern?

Direct students to Find Your Advisor or Book an Appointment. Faculty and staff may also make a warm referral by contacting the assigned advisor.

How will students transition to department-based advising?

Students approaching 60 earned credits will be connected with the advising contact in their academic department for future registration cycles.

Still Have Questions?

Contact the Student Success and Advising Center or visit Find Your Advisor to connect with the appropriate advisor.

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Student Success and Advising Center

Greenley Library, Lower Level

934-420-5160
advisement@farmingdale.edu

Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Note: Liberal Arts & Sciences (LAS) students are advised in Memorial Hall, Room 100.