Academic Advisement Center
- Academic Advising Syllabus
Advisor-Student Relationship
Advisor Responsibilities
- Assist students with exploring areas of study in order to select appropriate majors and minors.
- Assist students with course scheduling and understanding degree progress.
- Actively listen to students’ questions and concerns and provide information and support as needed.
- Explain LIU policies and procedures, academic programs, core curriculum and major requirements, and student services.
- Refer students to campus services (Financial Services, Academic Reinforcement Center, etc.), organizations, and faculty and staff members as needed to enhance academic performance and overall college experience.
- Provide accurate and relevant information about LIU as it becomes available.
- Assist students in developing decision-making skills, self-evaluation skills, and educational action plans.
- Work collaboratively with students to develop alternative action plans when necessary.
- Demonstrate to students how to access and utilize the advising resources listed above.
- Utilize all means of communication to continually provide students with important LIU information.
- Provide a respectful and supportive atmosphere.
- Maintain advisor-advisee confidentiality (see below).
Student Responsibilities
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Gather information about academic programs.
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Learn and adhere to academic policies and procedures.
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Meet with an advisor at least once a semester to discuss degree progress, possible major/minor alternatives, and construct an appropriate academic plan.
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Prepare for advising appointments by gathering accurate information and developing relevant questions and/or discussion topics.
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Accept responsibility for decisions and actions.
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Keep track of your academic progress.
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Be courteous and plan ahead: schedule appointments early and cancel or reschedule appointments in advance and only if necessary.
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Utilize campus services and programs as appropriate for academic and personal development.
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Follow-up on advisor referrals (tutoring services, etc.) and keep advisors informed of the outcomes of referrals.
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Regularly use the advising resources listed above.
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Keep contact information up-to-date and read all official LIU correspondences.
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Be open to developing and clarifying academic goals.
Academic Year Timeline
FALL |
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Full refund of tuition |
Prior to the first day of classes |
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90% refund of tuition |
During the first week of classes |
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75% refund of tuition |
During the second week of classes |
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50% refund of tuition |
During the third week of classes |
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25% refund of tuition |
During the fourth week of classes |
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0% refund of tuition |
After the fourth week of classes |
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Fall classes begin |
First week of September |
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Late registration and program changes |
First two weeks of September |
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Mid-term examinations |
Second and third weeks of October |
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Last day to withdraw from classes |
End of October |
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Signup for early Spring course registration appointments |
Third week of October |
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Early Spring course registration appointments |
First three weeks of November |
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Final examinations |
Second and third weeks of December |
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Winter recess begins (no classes) |
End of December |
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Full refund of tuition |
Prior to the first day of classes |
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90% refund of tuition |
During the first week of classes |
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75% refund of tuition |
During the second week of classes |
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50% refund of tuition |
During the third week of classes |
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25% refund of tuition |
During the fourth week of classes |
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0% refund of tuition |
After the fourth week of classes |
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Spring classes begin |
Third week of January |
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Late registration and program changes |
Last two weeks of January |
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Mid-term examinations |
Last week of February and first week of March |
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Last day to withdraw from classes |
End of March |
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Signup for early Summer and Fall course registration appointments |
End of March |
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Early Spring course registration appointments |
First three weeks of April |
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Final examinations |
Second and third weeks of May |
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Commencement |
Mid-May |
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Full refund of tuition (Summer 1 & 2) |
Prior to the first day of classes (Summer 1 & 2) |
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60% refund of tuition (Summer 1 & 2) |
During the first week of classes (Summer 1 & 2) |
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25% refund of tuition (Summer 1 & 2) |
During the second week of classes (Summer 1 & 2) |
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0% refund of tuition |
After the second week of classes (Summer 1 & 2) |
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Registration and program changes for Summer 1 classes |
Mid-May |
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Last day to withdraw from Summer 1 classes |
End of May |
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Final examinations for Summer 1 classes |
End of June |
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Registration and program changes for Summer 2 classes |
First week of July |
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Last day to withdraw from Summer 2 classes |
Beginning of the second week of July |
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Final examinations for Summer 2 classes |
Mid-August |
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