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Advising for Undecided Students

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The University Advising Center provides academic advising for all students who haven't picked a major yet or who may be unsure of their initial choice of major. If you're considering a few different majors, we can refer you to resources for more information.

Make an Academic Advising Appointment

The role of academic advising within our office is to supplement faculty efforts and to advise students who are undecided including those who have barriers interfering with their academic success.

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Update Your Major

A quick and easy way to change your major, add a minor, change your catalog year, or change your advisor.

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College Advising Offices

Each Academic College has an advising office. Find contact information and learn about the different majors offered! 

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Walk-ins

During the Fall and Spring semesters, Walk-ins are offered

Monday – Friday, 12:30 – 3:00

Stop by our office in Memorial Library 111 during our walk-in hours to discuss classes. Give us a call at 507-389-1650 if you prefer Zoom. Walk-ins may be limited to 10-15 minutes.

If you have fewer than 30 credits...

You'll want to schedule a 1-on-1 meeting with us before your registration window opens. Use this link and select "Registration" as the reason.

Schedule your one-on-one meeting

If you have 30 credits or more...

Please schedule a 30 min 1-on-1 meeting with us. Use this link and select "Registration" as the reason.

Schedule your one-on-one meeting

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to questions about Academic Advising and Majors

Exploring Majors

If you're not sure where to begin with choosing a major, here are some steps to help with considering your options for a major.

Schedule Appointment

Undecided majors or students exploring a variety of majors should schedule an advising appointment with an advisor in the University Advising Center.

Open Studies

Find out more information on why it shows you are an Open Studies major when you're undecided.

Transferology

Learn how your AP, CLEP, IB, College in the Schools, or transfer credits count towards your degree at Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Undecided Group Advising

Find out how to sign up for Group Advising sessions for undecided students who have 29 credits or less.

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