Overview
Governors State's graduate academic advisors are here to guide you on the best path towards your advanced degree or certificate. If you want to reach out to your advisor or locate program-specific resources, please start by selecting your respective college below.
Student Expectations
As a student, you are expected to carry out the following responsibilities to ensure you receive the adequate advising services you need for success:
- Keep track of all of your advising materials
- Come to advising appointments prepared with questions
- Fully understand your degree requirements and how to access university and program policies and procedures
- Be fully aware of all deadlines. Check the University Academic Calendar regularly
- Accept responsibility for your actions, decisions, and academic performance
- Check your GSU e-mail regularly
Advisor Expectations
Academic advisors must meet the following expectations to ensure you are receiving the appropriate guidance towards graduation:
- Assist students with planning academic programs
- Communicate the programs curriculum, requirements, policies and procedures
- Provide an advising environment that is open, respectful and supportive
- Maintain confidentiality (as per FERPA regulations)
- Encourage and support students in fulfilling their academic goals
To find your advisor, please select your college.
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Health and Human Services
College of Business
College of Education and Human Development