Academic Advising

Academic advisement is an integral part of the student experience at SPS. Advisors work to prepare the next generation of leaders by helping students achieve their individual goals while upholding the mission of the school.

How advising works

Advising is a partnership between the student and the academic advisor; it is essential to the academic experience and vital to student success. Academic advisors are the primary contacts to the SPS student community; using a student focused, holistic apprach, advisors guide and support students in achieving their academic, personal and professional goals.

Students are fully engaged in their academic experience by making informed decisions about their academic, professional and personal goals.

Role of Advisor

Guide and support students in achieving their academic, personal and professional goals throughout their NYU student experience
Develop a strong working relationship that promotes students' growth
Assist with developing an academic plan that meets degree requirements for the successful completion of the degree and the maintenance of good academic standing
Connect students with appropriate campus resource offices and/or faculty to provide additional support as needed
Monitor progress toward educational goals and degree completion.

Role of Student

Take ownership of their academic experience
Familiarize themselves with student services and academic resources at the School and University
Seek out appropriate campus resource offices and/or faculty to provide additional assistance as needed
Actively seek out professional development opportunities by engaging with faculty, on-campus career resources and alumni.
Learn and adhere to institutional policies and procedures and deadlines that govern undergraduate or graduate study ranging from drop/add dates and withdrawal deadlines to academic and student conduct policies.

Resources and Services

Your academic advisor will work closely with many offices and resources both at the School and at the University. A comprehensive list of these services is available on the Office of Student Affairs page.

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Academic Planner

Academic Planner is an online tool that students and advisors can use collaboratively to plan students’ paths to graduation, term by term. Watch a training video and find answers to FAQs on the Academic Planner website.

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Policies and Procedures

Familiarize yourself with policies and procedures that have been established to guide students through their academic careers while being part of the larger University community.

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When to Meet with an Advisor

Students are assigned an advisor shortly after admission. Students meet with an academic advisor at least once a semester to discuss course selections for the following term, but can also schedule additional meetings as questions arise throughout the year. We encourage you to meet with your advisor as often as you like.

To get the most out of your meeting with your advisor, it’s important to come prepared. Here are some tips:

Review your academic degree requirements ahead of time.
Make a list of courses you are interested in taking.
Review your record in Albert to review any holds.

Tips for a Successful Academic Career

Be Proactive

Stay in control of your life, never miss classes, and don’t fall behind in your studies.
Familiarize yourself with the degree requirements.
Jot down any questions you have to ensure they are addressed in the meeting(s) with your adviser.
Before seeing your advisor, prepare your schedule on a Registration Worksheet following that plan.
Select course sections in the course schedule book and on Albert to create a workable schedule.

Refine Study Skills

Developing good study skills is an important aspect of a successful student.
Know how to study; learn all the tips and tricks to optimal studying.

Ask questions

Don’t be afraid to ask questions.
You should initiate a partnership with your professors.

Meet Our Advisors

Each academic department focuses on industry-specific specialties. While advisors reside within their academic specialties, all advisors are part of the SPS advising team sharing goals, strategies and best practices for student success.

Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies

212.992.9055

appliedUG.advising@nyu.edu

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Advising Team

Division of Programs in Business

212.992.3288

spsdpb.advising@nyu.edu

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Advising Team

Center for Applied Liberal Arts

212.998.7095

cala.advising@nyu.edu

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Center for Global Affairs

212.992.8380

graduate.global.affairs@nyu.edu

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Advising Team

Center for Publishing

212.992.3236

pub.center@nyu.edu

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Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality

212.992.9086

tisch.centr@nyu.edu

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Advising Team

Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport

212.998.9104

tisch.institute@nyu.edu

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Advising Team

Schack Institute of Real Estate

212.992.3335

schack.advising@nyu.edu

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