Roy and Christine Sturgis
Academic Advising Center

Students who enter college without having chosen a definite major are usually classified as "undeclared" or "undecided." In many instances, undecided students are those who have so many occupational interests that choosing just one area of study is unappealing. Other undecided students choose to wait to declare a major because they have no definite career goal in mind. No matter what scenario describes you, a university campus is the best place to be when you are unsure about your future. If you are considering entering Arkansas Tech University without a definite major in mind, don't feel discouraged. There are more than 50 challenging and exciting academic areas at Arkansas Tech to explore, and there is plenty of time to make a decision. For a list of majors and minors, check out the undergraduate catalog to start exploring!

All undecided students are advised in the Academic Advising Center. When students change their major from undecided to a specific major, they are assigned an academic advisor by the department of their declared major. 

All first-time, incoming freshmen complete their first academic advising appointment and register for classes in the Academic Advising Center.  After the first registration appointment, freshmen who have declared a major are assigned an academic advisor by the department of their declared major.

Our academic advisors care about your professional development and your successful completion of a degree program. Building a solid relationship with an academic advisor increases your opportunity for success.

Other students who should visit:

• New or transfer students seeking general information about Tech.
• Any student who wants to know more about a particular major.
• Students who are having difficulty with class work or just want to discuss how their classes are progressing.
• Anyone who needs information about university policies or deadlines.
• Any student who has a question, or simply wants to sit down and talk with someone who cares.

Mission Statement
The Academic Advising Center at Arkansas Tech University is committed to providing our students with the necessary guidance and resources to facilitate educational, personal, and professional growth that will lead to the successful completion of a degree program. Sensible academic advising, dedicated to nurturing scholastic development, integrity, and professionalism, promotes the objectives of this University to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community of learners. We believe interaction and cooperation with one of our knowledgeable advisors will make the transition into collegiate life a success and set students on a path to achieve their intellectual and career goals.

 

Roy and Christine Sturgis Academic Advising Center
106 West O Street, Suite 107
Russellville AR 72801
(479) 964-0843 Fax (479) 890-8091