Did You Miss New Student Orientation?

To Access your advising module, you will first need to follow this link to the Orientation Profile.

1. You will use your SF State log in credentials (the same credentials you use to log into your SF State Student Center). After you log in you will be brought to your Orientation Profile Task List. 
    
2. Click into "Academic Advising Module."
    
3. Review and complete the module and attempt to register for classes on your own based on what you learned.

We know you may have some questions about your academics and registering for your courses. Our Academic Advisors in the Undergraduate Advising Center (UAC) are available to assist you with registering for classes once you have completed the instructions below.

Step A: Start Here

You can access the advising module by clicking the following link: https://sfsu.instructure.com/enroll/NHG6YC 

• OR by clicking "Login" at the top of the SF State HOMEPAGE—and then selecting "Canvas."
• Find and click on the course titled "SFSU: Your First-Year Guide”.

If you cannot see this course on Canvas, sign up at https://sfsu.instructure.com/register and use the following join code: NHG6YC

Step B: Complete the Freshmen Missed Orientation Advising Module and Class Planner Worksheet

On the “SFSU: Your First-Year Guide” home page, click on the “Start Here! Pre-Orientation” icon.

This section of the module will lead you through the following tasks:

• Learning about your Math and English Pathways
• Finding your major’s Schedule Card with 1st semester course recommendations
• Understanding basic course and degree requirements
• And a few more tasks to do before you enroll in classes for your 1st semester.

Step C: Use Registration Tools to Enroll in Classes

Once you have learned about our degree requirements and first-semester recommendations, it’s time to learn how to use our registration tools to enroll in your classes! Check out our resources to learn how to search for classes, generate a potential schedule, and officially enroll in courses with the following tools:

• Gator Registration Series: Using Gator Scheduler
• Gator Registration Series: Using Class Schedule
• Gator Registration Series: How to Enroll in a Class
• Other resources: https://advisinghub.sfsu.edu/registrationtools 

Step D: Academic Advising

Connect with your designated advising location - Undergraduate Advising Center (UAC) or Educational Opportunity Program (EOP).

The UAC 1st & 2nd Year and EOP Advising Teams are available to support you with course registration!  Look for an email from the UAC or EOP with the link for making an appointment with an Academic Counselor if you have questions or need support after reviewing the advising module.

If you encounter any difficulties connecting, call the UAC at (415) 338-2101 or EOP (if affiliated with the program) at (415) 338-1085 (and let the front desk staff know that you are an incoming freshman who was unable to attend Orientation).

Step 3: Connect with your designated advising location - Undergraduate Advising Center (UAC) or Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)

The UAC 1st & 2nd Year and EOP Advising Teams are available to support you for course registration!  Look for an email from the UAC or EOP with the link for making an appointment with an Academic Counselor if you have questions or need support after reviewing the advising modules and filling out your Freshman Class Planner.

If you encounter any difficulties connecting, call the UAC at (415) 338-2101 or EOP (if affiliated with the program) at (415) 338-1085 (and let the front desk know that you are an incoming freshman who was unable to attend Orientation).

If you are a Transfer Student and missed Orientation, then you will want to follow these steps below to get registered for your courses. 

1. Review your Orientation Profile Academic Advising Module
   
   The Modules will walk you through where to find courses, how to register, transfer advising tools, and other useful resources.
    
2. Review your Degree Roadmap
   
   Use this link to be taken to the SF State bulletin page, find your degree and use the roadmap as a framework for courses and requirements you may still need to satisfy.
    
3. Enroll in Classes. Use the How To Enroll Guide for more information.
   
   If you are unable to attend Orientation, you will be given a separate registration date that will correspond with the completion of the final Orientation Session. You may enroll in courses beginning on that day. 
    
4. Connect with advising.
    
   1. If you are experiencing any challenges or are unsure if courses transferred over you may need help from advising.
       
   2. Check your SF State email for a message from Advising that provides information on how you can access registration support. This message will be sent after the final transfer orientation session of the season.
       
   3. Contact the Undergraduate Advising Center if you do not see an email from advising or if you need help.

* Due to large volumes of students needing assistance with registering for courses, academic advising appointments may be limited. Consider accessing drop-in advising hours if you cannot make an appointment. Go to the Undergraduate Advising Center's website for more information.

The Academic Calendar is a great resource for keeping track of important dates, such as the first day of instruction, deadlines to add and drop classes, holidays, etc. View the Academic Calendar. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed or a little confused, no worries. Please feel free to reach out and we will be happy to assist you.

Phone: (415) 338-3060

email: nsp@sfsu.edu