FAQs

What is a PVAMU Academic Advisor?

Academic Advisors provide personalized support to help students successfully navigate their academic journey at Prairie View A&M University. Advisors assist with academic planning, course selection, degree progression, campus resources, and overcoming challenges that may impact student success.

Why might a student need an Academic Advisor?

Students may meet with an Academic Advisor when they need guidance with academic concerns, are experiencing personal or educational challenges, need help developing an academic plan, or want assistance connecting with university resources. The goal is to ensure students receive the support they need to stay on track and achieve their academic and personal goals.

How often should I see an Academic Advisor?

We recommend that students meet with their academic advisor at least 2 times each semester.

What types of appointments can I make with my Advisor?

There are two types of meetings that students can take a part of which are:

Drop-Ins: Drop-Ins are for quick questions only i.e. When is the last day to drop a course? How do I get credit for an AP course? Drop-Ins are also no more than 10 minutes in length. No appointment is needed to go to your advisors drop-in hours. You will need to check your Advisors availability to learn their drop-in hours.
Appointments: Appointments are made via Navigate. Appointments last 30 minutes in length and you can discuss any academic related items with your advisor during an appointment.

How soon in advance should I make an appointment?

Drop-Ins occur during the first two weeks of each semester. During the Drop-In period, appointments cannot be made.

Appointments will start after the 12^th class day in which you will be able to make an appointment to see your advisor. Students are able to see an advisor's appointment availability 2 weeks out.

NOTE: Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Same-day appointments are not available.

How do I schedule an appointment with my Academic Advisor?

Students can schedule an appointment with their advisor using the Navigate 360 app or by clicking "Make an appointment" under their advisor's photo on our Meet our Advisors page.

Link to EAB Navigate: https://pvamu.navigate.eab.com/app/#/authentication/remote/

What should I bring to the advising appointment?

Your advising appointment will be more productive if you arrive with your questions ready. Have a laptop, tablet, phone, etc. with you if possible, as your advisor may have you log in to your student account to fill out necessary documents. Also, review your degree works and SEP (Student Educational Planner) before your meeting.

What is a degree audit / DegreeWorks?

A degree audit lists all of the requirements for your degree, including the number of credit-hours required for core courses and the requirements for your major. A degree audit notes whether courses and other requirements have been satisfied and indicates the courses and areas of study that are still in progress. Students are encouraged to use their degree audit report as a guide for planning academic coursework and for monitoring progress toward completion of requirements.

Students can obtain a degree audit online through DegreeWorks. Students are highly encouraged to make an appointment with an advisor for assistance in interpreting their degree audit, as well as to verify accuracy of the reports and to ensure that students have the most up-to-date information regarding their degree plans. A degree audit is not an academic transcript, and it is not an official notification of completion of degree or certificate requirements.

What is a Student Educational Planner (SEP)?

The Student Educational Planner (SEP) in Degree Works enables Prairie View A&M University. (PVAMU) advisors and students to collaboratively develop a term-by-term pathway to graduation. Clear academic plans support on-time completion, clarify prerequisite sequencing, and promote proactive, intentional advising.

Do I have to be advised before I can register?

It is highly recommended that you meet with your advisor prior to registration for every semester.