Academic Advising

Welcome to Academic Advising! Our office is committed to providing students with guidance and support as they explore the academic opportunities available to them and understanding their degree requirements to reach graduation. We are full-time professional advisors who are available to students all year round!

Drop-In Schedule for Fall 2025 Advising/Registration Help 

The professional advisors in Academic Advising are available for advising and registration help for the Fall 2025 semester! Please see the dates and hours below to learn how you can meet with a professional advisor.  No appointments necessary unless noted.

Important Notes

1.  Advisors will not available from 12:00-12:45 pm (due to lunch).

2.  Tuesday, September 2: Advisors will be unavailable from 10 am-1 pm for Academic Convocation.

3.  Students on Academic Probation must complete the Spring 2025 Academic Probation Canvas course before meeting with a professional advisor. Students must arrive by 2 pm.

4. Add/Drop Ends September 9, 2025, and it will be too late to add courses after this date. Advisors will be available September 10-12 to help students figure out other options.

5.  Please expect to wait during this period - we take students on a first come, first serve basis. 

6.  Students must be logged into a computer and ready to work with an advisor - no phones or driving.

Virtual Support 

In-Person Support  

Academic Advising  

Center for Academic Excellence 

1st Floor, Berry Library (North Campus)

978.542.5500

advising@salemstate.edu  

Returning from a Leave of Absence

Welcome back! will guide you through registration, financial aid, housing and more.

Considering taking a Leave of Absence or Official Withdrawal for the Semester? 

Students are required to meet with a professional advisor in academic advising to discuss the process and complete official paperwork. Please log in to to make an appointment.