Advising & Affairs

Some areas we can help with:

• Major changes
• Enrollment corrections
• Enrollment waivers
• Dropping all courses (see statement on withdrawal from the university)
• Medical Withdrawals
• Appeal academic actions such as recess or dismissal
• Other actions requiring college-level approval (such as permission to enroll in more than 20 credits during a semester or requesting permission to exceed 20 credits of repeat)
• General questions

Changing Majors

Major changes into the College of Social Science require a meeting with the Academic Advisor for that major.  This meeting is to review the major, completed coursework and remaining requirements.  

Please use the Online Appointment system to schedule a meeting. Most major changes are completed within 48 hours after the advisor meeting.

NOTE: During the time period between semesters, students can initiate a major change. An Advising Hold will be placed until the student meets with the academic advisor.

Academic Recovery

Students who are placed on probation or final probation are expected to participate in the Success Training for Academic Recovery (STAR) Program. The program is designed to provide students with a college contact and support network to help as they progress through the semester in which they are on probation. The student is expected to attend workshops, meet with a success coach, and connect with faculty and other resources throughout the semester.

Contact your STAR advisor or the College of Social Science Undergraduate Affairs Office (SSC.STAR@msu.edu) for more information.