Advising

360-992-2345
www.clark.edu/advising

Mission of Academic Advising:

Grounded in equity, Advising Services partners with students to co-create individualized academic plans that align with their personal and career goals. We provide holistic and inclusive support that promotes learning and student success.  

Academic Advising support for students include:  

  • Scheduled one-on-one academic advising appointments both in-person and virtual on topics such as:
    • ​Co-developing academic plans
    • Evaluating unofficial transcripts for new students 
    • Assisting with maximum time-frame appeals 
    • Transfer planning to four-year institutions
    • Major declaration
    • Understanding program requirements
    • Understanding college policies and procedures
    • Class selection 
  • Drop-in opportunities for quick questions both in-person and virtual.
  • Assignment to academic advisors by Areas of Study and receive regular email communication outreach. 
  • Workshops for understanding degree requirements and transfer pathways. 
  • Transfer advising. 
  • Running Start advising.
  • Supportive connections and referrals to resources and departments across campus.