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ACADEMIC ADVISING & REGISTRATION

Your Partner on the Path to Success


At ACC, your success is our priority. Our academic advisors are here to help you confidently navigate your chosen program, stay on track, and reach your educational and career goals. 

Every student at ACC is assigned an academic advisor who is committed to supporting your success. Meeting with your advisor each semester is essential to ensure you’re choosing the right classes, planning ahead, and making informed decisions about your goals.

 

We’re here to help you:

  • Understand your program and degree requirements

  • Build a semester-by-semester course plan

  • Prepare for transfer or career pathways

  • Stay connected to resources and opportunities

  • Make informed decisions about your academic journey

You don’t have to figure it out alone. Your advisor is your partner from day one through graduation. Let’s chart your path together!



Meet With an Advisor

We highly encourage you to schedule an appointment with your assigned advisor. (Your advisor’s appointment link is listed in their profile.)

Before visiting campus, you can also complete this quick form so our team knows you’re coming and can be ready to support you.

You can meet with an advisor in person, by phone, or through a virtual session (e.g., Zoom)—whatever works best for your schedule.

 

MEET THE TEAM

ACC's advising team is here to partner with you every step of the way. Click below to meet the academic advising team and schedule an appointment today!

Meet the Team

 

Walk-In Advising & Registration

Available daily on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please check in at the Admissions Suite in the Student Services Building or at the Front Desk at the Literacy Building when you arrive on campus.

 

 

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Log in to Watermark: Student Success and Engagement to view your academic advisor and success coach (if applicable) contact information.

You can also download the Watermark Student Mobile App! 

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You can also find your assigned advisor and their contact information in Self-Service by following these steps:

  • Log in to Self-Service

  • Select “Student Planning”

  • Select “Go To Plan & Schedule”

  • Click on the Advising tab. This will list your advisor’s name and email contact information.

Additionally, you may search for full-time staff and faculty contact information in the ACC Employee Directory.

If you need help with registration or academic advising—or are having trouble connecting with your advisor—please review the options below so we can best support you:

  • Advising Assistance Form:
    If you are unsure who your advisor is, have had difficulty connecting with your advisor, or need help determining next steps, we encourage you to complete the Advising Assistance Form.
    Submitting this form allows our advising team to route your request to the appropriate advisor or staff member and follow up with you directly.

  • Walk-in Advising/Registration:
    Walk-in advising and registration support is available daily on a first-come, first-served basis. Please check in at the Admissions Suite in the Student Services Building when you arrive on campus. Students may also schedule an appointment with their assigned advisor as availability allows.

Important Notes:

  • Students must complete the ACC admissions process before registering for classes.

  • Students who will be dual-enrolled high school students must register for courses through the Career and College Promise (CCP) Office.

What Can My Advisor Help With?

Academic Advising

Academic Advisors can help you with:

  • Understanding the college transfer process

  • Creating an academic plan

  • Learning about campus resources

  • Exploring job and career opportunities

  • Choosing the right college or program

 

Course Registration

We can support you with:

  • Building your class schedule

  • Checking course availability

  • Determining the right course load

  • Identifying required courses for your program

  • Understanding class prerequisites


Proactive Outreach

Academic Advisors connect with students throughout the year to provide proactive support. This may include:

  • Checking in on academic progress

  • Sharing important deadlines and next steps

  • Offering guidance during key points in the semester

  • Helping you stay on track toward your goals

 

Connecting You to Resources

Advisors help ensure you have what you need to succeed by connecting you with:

  • On-campus support services (tutoring, financial aid, counseling, career services, etc.)

  • Off-campus resources and community partners

  • Tools and services that support your academic, personal, and professional success

 


Course Types – In Person, Online, Hybrid, Online “Live”, and HyFlex 

What is the difference between an In Person course, Online course and a Hybrid course? Find out here!


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Ever wonder what the letters mean at the end of the section code? For example, MAT 152-04EC. Check out the Section Suffix Legend to read the description for each letter.


Semester Planning Worksheet

 

Once you have completed the admissions process, talk with your Academic Advisor to select courses for the upcoming term. Once your registration window opens, you can register for courses for the upcoming semester in one of the following ways:

 

New Students

 

Currently Enrolled Students

  • Correspond with your Academic Advisor. You can find your advisor’s name and contact information in your Self-Service account.

  • Once you have been advised, you should register online using Self-Service.

 

Make sure that you do not have any registration holds on your student account. Registration holds may include parking fines, Financial Aid charges, book or equipment fines, or other outstanding obligations that will prevent you from registering for courses.

Pay your bill

You can view your account balance and pay your bill—or set up a payment plan—on Self-Service. Payments may also be made at the Cashier’s Office in the Student Success Building (S), top floor.

 

Purchase your textbooks

Visit the ACC Bookstore to view textbook requirements or purchase your materials.

 

Schedule adjustments

Changes to your schedule can be made during the advertised final registration period.

Registration dates, including the last dates to drop and add courses, are posted on the campus calendar.

Please make every effort to finalize your schedule before the first day of class.

 

Dropping a course

To drop a course before the start of the term or during the drop/add period, contact your Advisor.

If you are withdrawing after the 10% point of the class, students must complete the Student Initiated Withdrawal Form. 

Check the campus calendar for the last date to drop a course with a “WP” each semester.

Students must complete the ACC Admissions process before registering for classes.

Dual-enrolled high school students (Career & College Promise) must register for courses through the Career and College Promise office.

We're committed to ensuring you get the support you need to move forward successfully. Let us know how we can help!

 

Need assistance?

Complete the form below and we will be in touch soon to assist you.

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