SEU'S Office of Academic Advising -- FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who do we serve?
• What are my responsibilities as a new or continuing student at SEU?
• When should I seek advice from the Advising Office?
• How can I make an appointment to see an Advisor?
• What is the AEP program and what does it mean when I have been placed on warning, supervision, or probation?
• How do I know which of my credits will transfer?

Office of Academic Advising

Who do we serve?

The Office of Academic Advising provides advisement and counseling to all undergraduate and graduate students. All students expecting to enroll in courses for any given term must visit the Advising Office to have course work approved by an Academic Advisor prior to registration.

What are my responsibilities as a new or continuing student at SEU?

The Office of Academic Advising actively encourages new and continuing students to take ownership of their academic programs. Before visiting the Advising Office for registration purposes or a scheduled advising appointment, students are expected to bring a copy of their updated academic checklist to each advising session. During Registration periods, NEW students are expected to bring their Admissions Acceptance letter to the Advising Office with appropriate test score results attached. Both new and continuing students are required to carefully review the course schedule each term and the University Catalog to ensure that proper prerequisites are met for all academic requirements.

When should I seek advice from the Advising Office?

Students should see an advisor any time they have questions regarding their core curriculum, academic requirements, and academic standing. Academic Advisors have assigned caseloads of students.

How can I make an appointment to see an Advisor?

You may schedule an in-person appointment by calling 202-488-8162 Ext. 221. By scheduling an appointment, you will be able to review your records with your advisor. Walk-in advisement is for students who have brief questions and is on a first come first serve basis. No appointments are taken during Registration periods.

What is the AEP program and what does it mean when I have been placed on warning, supervision, or probation?

Students experiencing academic difficulty should immediately seek assistance from the Advising Office. Professional advisors are available to discuss AEP requirements and guidelines.

How do I know which of my credits will transfer?

Once official transcripts have been received by the Admissions Office, transcript documentation is forwarded to the Advising Office. Official transfer credit evaluations are performed by Academic Advisors and evaluation results are mailed to students within 2 to 3 weeks of Advising Office receipt and processing. During Registration, transfer evaluation processing is delayed, due to the high volume of student activity during these periods. Although transfer evaluations are normally not performed during Registration periods, Advisors will work with students to ensure that proper course scheduling occurs.