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What to Expect During Your Advising Meeting

During your one-on-one Zoom meeting with an academic adviser, you will:

  • Discuss your interests and educational goals.
  • Review the academic requirements for your intended major(s).
  • Plan which courses you should take to get started on your path.

Your meeting with an academic adviser is the first step toward achieving your goals at Penn State. We’re here to help you succeed!

STEP 1: Schedule Your Appointment Now!

Please contact us at wbadvisng@psu.edu or 570-675-9217 to set up an appointment.

STEP 2: How You’ll Get Your Zoom Link

Your appointment confirmation is sent to your Penn State email.

The email will include:

  • The date and time of your meeting
  • The Zoom link for joining

light bulb Pro Tip: Accept the .ical attachment in the email to add the appointment directly to your calendar!

alarm clock About Your Appointment Time!

  • Appointments are scheduled in Eastern Time (UTC-4).
    For example: If your appointment is from 9:15 a.m.–9:45 a.m., join by 9:15 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • Check your Penn State email regularly for updates—especially right before your meeting! 
    If any changes are made, we’ll notify you via email.

Need Help?

Contact us at wbadvisng@psu.edu or 570-675-9217.

STEP 3: Start Preparing

Your academic consultation will be more productive the better prepared you are going in. Before your scheduled meeting, make sure to revisit your NSO tasklist and complete all steps including:

  • Course Planning Guide
  • Pre-Registration Activity Guides (REQUIRED)
  • Transfer Credit Survey 

(Note: You’ll need to log in with your Penn State account and authenticate to access the link.)