Your Responsibilities
Students are ultimately responsible for knowing academic policies and for completing their selected degree programs. Your responsibilities in the advising partnership include:
- Schedule meetings with your advisor(s) prior to registration.
- Prepare for your session through a careful review of your major, minor and BELL Core requirements on DegreeWorks
- Bring to your advising appointment a proposed course schedule, including backup options, built from the current Classfinder listings
- Confirm your plan for completing WELL Core credit hours
- Consult with your advisor when requirements are unclear or you have questions
- Talk with your advisor about any academic issues you are encountering
- Be prepared to discuss academic enrichment opportunities as well as career goals
- Follow up with your advisor on their recommendations as well as any questions you may have
You are required to schedule an appointment to meet with your academic advisor at least once a semester before you can register for the next semester of courses. All holds must be lifted from your account before registering. You can check your holds in your MyBelmont account.
You will be notified via email from the Office of the Registrar regarding the date and time in which your registration period will open. Have questions? Visit our FAQ page for more information.
What You Can Expect
While your advising appointment is required prior to class registration, it is not intended to be a tactical hurdle to your next semester. Rather, meeting your academic advisor is an opportunity to work in partnership to help you
- Select appropriate courses and discuss educational experiences, like study abroad and internships.
- Review progress toward degree and WELL Core requirements.
- Interpret requirements for your major(s), minor(s) and BELL Core courses.
- Evaluate your progress toward graduation.
- Form connections at Belmont that can assist you in your career goals.
- Clarify career and life goals.
- Develop decision-making skills for academic success and well-being.
- Become an independent learner.