SOAR Academic Advising- meet our advisors
How do I schedule an appointment?
What do I need to do to prepare for my appointment?
SOAR Resources page
Click on the link above to get information on the SOAR tutoring schedule, Counseling Services, Supplemental Instruction Schedule, and other important resources.
Complete your FAFSA
The 2024-2025 FAFSA is available. It is vital that students complete their FAFSA to apply for federal aid. Questions? Contact the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Registration Dates
Fall:
- March 25, 2024 (Monday) - Registration opens for Seniors (90 Earned Hours), priority registration groups
- March 28, 2024 (Thursday) - Registration opens for Juniors (60 to 89 Earned Hours)
- April 1, 2024 (Monday) - Registration opens for Sophomore (30 to 59 Earned Hours)
- April 4, 2024 (Thursday) - Registration opens for all students
Summer:
- Registration Opens for all students - March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Withdrawal Dates:
- March 22 (Friday) - Last day to drop a Full Term class for a grade of W. A grade of W does not count towards your GPA.
- April 12 (Friday) - Last day to drop a Full Term class for a WPass/WFail (signature required from instruction)h. WP does not impact GPA; WF counts the same as a failing grade.
- For First 8 Week and Second 8 Week class deadlines, check the appropriate calendar.
How to Register for Classes through CougarNet
Check out the CougarNet Information page for details on what you can access on CougarNet, such as your financial aid, bill, transcript, and registration. Watch the "How to Register" video for guidance on getting registered. If you are having trouble, you can come into the SOAR office for assistance.
You can also check out a popular resource that many students utilize to help them plan out their schedules- Coursicle. Please note that this resource is not officially connected to SIUE, so you need to double check accuracy on CougarNet.
Where can I find the classes that my advisor recommended?
You can find your course recommendations for next semester either in Degree Works - click on Plan and then select the "notes view," or on the Advising MAP provided by your advisor during your appointment. Still not sure? Contact your advisor.
Health Services
- Learn about the Mandatory Health Insurance Policy. If you currently have coverage, follow the steps to waive the SIUE coverage.
- Turn in your Immunizations (https://cougarcare.siue.edu/) Must be in before first day of classes to avoid late fee.
Holds
If you have not done so already, be sure these tasks are completed
- Complete your U GOT THIS sexual violence prevention training through Blackboard. (Required every fall semester. Students who started SIUE in the spring are required to complete it during the spring term and the following fall.)
- Bursar’s Office- make sure your account is up to date.
Testing Services
- Take recommended Placement Test(s)
- Proficiency Exam opportunities
- Practice for the QR Proficiency Exam. Fill out them form to Register for proficiency exam.
- Foreign Language Proficiency Exam: Recommended if you have 3-4 years of foreign language in high school.
Health Experience
- Here is the link for the SASS presentations to get your health experience waived.
- Military & Veteran Students- submit military credit to waive your health experience.
Program Application information
Nursing, Education, & Business students- click on the above link to review information about your program application requirements and deadlines.
Payment Deadlines:
Spring:
- April 12th- Final installment for Spring 2024 due.
Summer:
- May 17th- First installment for Summer 2024 due.
Fall:
- August 9th- First installment for Fall 2024 courses due. Classes dropped if payment not submitted to University.
- See all installment dates.
Transcripts
Still need to submit transcripts &/or AP scores?
- Send to: etranscripts@siue.edu or
- SIUE Office of Admissions, Box 1047, Edwardsville, IL 62026
Need to send your SIUE transcripts?
- Unofficial copies of transcripts are only available for students to print by accessing their student records on CougarNet. (Student > Student Records > Academic Transcript).
- Request Official SIUE transcripts in-person or online.
Interested in working on campus?
- Check out Student Employment Opportunities across campus.
- Check out Campus Recreation Student Worker opportunities.
Questions? Contact your Academic Advisor.