Academic Support at Cornell
Navigating college can be exciting and challenging for students and their families. At Cornell, your student’s faculty advisor and the Academic Advising Office work together to support their academic success and help them make the most of their college experience.
Whether your student is exploring majors, strengthening study skills, considering course changes, recovering credits, planning for graduation, or facing academic challenges, there are people ready to help every step of the way.
Frequently asked questions about your student's academics
We want every student to have a successful Cornell experience, but sometimes challenges arise, and you might be the first person they contact.
If you have a concern, please submit a CARE report. Our team will reach out and help the student get back on track. While you won't receive details about the follow-up, every CARE report is reviewd and taken seriously
Student support team
Faculty Advisor - Faculty Advisors serve as mentors within a student’s academic area and help students connect their interest to future goals. They assist with:
- Academic progress and course planning.
- Major, minor, and graduation requirements.
- Career and graduate school discussions.
- Internships, Ingenuity experiences, and experiential learning opportunities.
- Academic performance and success strategies.
- Serving as a trusted mentor and point of connection.
Advising Office - The Academic Advising Office supports all students, regardless of major. Our team helps students:
- Build study skills, time management skills, and strong academic habits.
- Participate in academic success programming.
- Connect with tutoring, the Dungy Writing Studio, the Quantitative Reasoning Studio, Accessibility Services, Counseling Services, Health Services, and other campus resources.
- Explore majors and academic pathways.
- Navigate registration, schedule changes, and academic policies.
- Improve Academic Standing and meet GPA and credit requirements.
- Address academic concerns and connect with additional support when needed.
Together, Faculty Advisors and the Academic Advising Office provide a network of support designed to help students thrive academically and reach their goals.