Advising for Engineering Students

Advising

The School of Engineering (SoE) offers comprehensive academic advising for its students. Each class is assigned one dean that works with them throughout their time at Rutgers in order to provide consistent support and personalized advice. 

First-year students have additional access to drop-in advising with both a general advisor and the first-year dean. 

Students can choose between virtual or in-person advising appointments at the Office of Academic Services. 

School of Engineering 
Academic Services
Engineering Building, Room B100
Busch Campus
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Student Role 

SOE believes that advising is a collaborative process between a student and their advisor, with each having their own responsibilities. SOE students are expected to actively participate in the advising process in the following ways. 

• Schedule an appointment and arrive on time. 

• Bring a list of questions. 

• Know what classes you want to take at registration time. 

• Take notes during sessions and refer to them for future sessions. 

• Understand the requirements of your degree. Use Degree Navigator. 

Advisor Role 

The Office of Academic Services cultivates self-sufficiency and a solutions-oriented mindset in their students to enable them to reach their educational and career goals. 

SOE advisors are expected to  

• Be available to meet with students during office hours, on Live Chat and by appointment 

• Provide direction for program progress toward the student’s academic and career  

• Provide relevant, current academic information 

• Refer students who may need assistance solving academic or personal problems The School of Engineering offers comprehensive academic advising for its students. Each class is assigned one dean that works with them throughout their time at Rutgers in order to provide consistent support and personalized advice.

We also welcome questions from prospective first-year and transfer students.

Academic Advisors

Once you've declared a major, for specific questions related to your major, prerequisite overrides, or other program-specific issues, consult your departmental advisor.

Department Advisors