Academic Advising

JIU strives to provide you with a rich, interactive experience as a student. We use the Internet, email, telecommunications, and online forums to empower you to communicate quickly with faculty members and other students — at a time most convenient for you.

In addition, JIU staff provides online, email, and telephone support to all students. Prior to the beginning of your first term, you will participate in an online JIU Orientation. This course, “JIU101 – Successful Online Learning,"  provides opportunities for you to get answers to your questions from a JIU faculty member, and it offers you ways to enhance your academic experience.

Student Support Counselors: When you are admitted as a degree student, you will be assigned to a Student Support Counselor, who will work closely with you throughout your program to support your progress. Your counselor will assist you in assessing your academic goals and formulating your individualized degree plan. You also may contact your counselor for help in choosing courses, understanding program requirements, policies and procedures, and coordinating interaction with our faculty members.

With so many classes to choose from, excellent academic counseling is essential. JIU counselors are knowledgeable about your program and committed to your success. The two of you will develop a customized degree plan, which will serve as a “roadmap” for you to follow to earn a degree. The sequencing of your courses in the degree plan is available to you electronically. As you progress toward a degree, this plan enables you to access information 24/7 and to always know where you are on your path. Accessible and professional, your counselor will ensure that you receive all the support you need to thrive at JIU. Your success is our success, and your Student Support Counselor is always just an email away.