Academic Advisors

The Academic Advising Office in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences is here to help you plan your classes, stay on track for your degree, and reach your academic goals. Each MAJOR has its own dedicated advisor, so you’ll know exactly who to go to.

Preparing for Academic Advising

Review your DegreeWorks
- Located at My.UAH.edu > Student Services > Student Records.
- DegreeWorks is an online degree audit tool that helps you track your academic progress. It shows what courses you've completed, what’s in progress, and what you still need to graduate.
- Check your DegreeWorks at least once a semester to ensure your program of study is listed correctly.
- Review for class planning before your Academic Advising appointments.
- The “What If” function of DegreeWorks allows you to explore other majors or minors and see how future planned classes can be applied to your program of study.
For a complete list of degree requirements and course descriptions, plus academic policies, view the Academic Catalog.

Schedule a meeting with your Academic Advisor

Academic Advisor Scheduling

Kellee Crawford

Senior Program Coordinator Academic Advising - Professional Studies

Contact

1310 Ben Graves Drive
Morton Hall
Room 278Q
Huntsville, AL 35899
Campus Map

256.824.6673
kellee.crawford@uah.edu

Biography

Curriculum Vitae

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I see an Academic Advisor?

To officially declare your major, minor, and program of study
Ensure you are taking the appropriate courses to graduate in a timely manner
Develop educational plan and set goals
Help you navigate UAH - from academic resources to student engagement
Discuss how to connect your academic program with career goals

When can I see an Academic Advisor?

You can make an appointment with an Academic Advisor Monday through Friday, 8:15 AM-5:00 PM in Morton Hall, Room 131 by using the links above.
Students should be specific about the nature of their appointment to ensure the best possible assistance and guidance from their Advisors.
Are you a NEW Student? You can make appointments too! We encourage new students to schedule appointments with an Academic Advisor AFTER their acceptance to UAH. All new students are required to complete New Student Orientation. If you are a prospective student looking to visit campus, please schedule a campus visit with the Office of Admissions.

What should I be doing to help with my Academic Advising?

Schedule regular appointments (and be on time). Ask questions! Let us know if you have questions about your major, course load, and anything you may not understand about your UAH degree program.
Utilize Degree Works regularly. Wondering what you have left for your program? This online software through your MyUAH account will clearly show your progress and give recommendations on what classes to take next term.
Observe academic deadlines and know when to register, drop/add, or withdraw.
Keep us informed! Changing your major? Have a situation that disrupts your ability to complete classes? Let us know.
Ask for help EARLY! We want to help, if you are struggling with your coursework, please let us know.

What if I am a Pre-Professional, Pre-Law, or Honors College Student too?

To help ensure you are meeting all of your graduation and pre-professional requirements, we encourage you to meet with your specialized advisors.

Pre-Professional, Heather Whitaker
Pre-Law, Dr. John Harfouch
Honors College, Eirian Waldron

What does a “4-year” graduation plan include?

Students should consider the following “milestones” as they progress at UAH in order to stay on track to graduate in a timely manner.

Freshman Year
- Declaring a major
- Successfully completing the First Year Experience (FYE) course
Sophomore Year
- Declaring a minor by the end of the 1st semester of sophomore year
- Applying and completing an experiential learning experience - including studying abroad, internships, co-ops, or research
Junior Year
- Checking in with your Academic Advisors during the spring semester to ensure you are on track to graduate
- Continue to build your resume through internships, co-ops, or research
Senior Year
- Requesting a Degree Audit
- Applying to Graduate (February 1 for Summer Graduation, June 1 for a Fall Graduation, September 1 for a Spring Graduation). Students can apply 1-3 semesters prior to the deadlines listed and their expected graduate date.

How can I change my Major or Minor?

If you want to change your Major and will be moving into another College, you can do so by filling out the Change of College Form. For students wanting to change their major, minor, or add a certificate within CAHS, please schedule an appointment with an Advisor in your new major to discuss and update.

I’m thinking about dropping a class. Will this affect my Financial Aid? What’s the difference between dropping and withdrawing from a class?

Adding/dropping classes can be completed to a certain date and time each calendar year (see Academic Calendar). Adding and dropping classes can affect your financial aid and your university bill, we encourage you to consult Financial Aid.
If you drop a class before the drop date, it will not appear on your transcript, and you will get a refund. Please always consult your academic advisor and Financial Aid before dropping a course.
If you withdraw from a class, meaning you remove yourself from the course after the last add/drop date, it will appear as a W (withdrawal) on your transcript. Please always consult your academic advisor and Financial Aid before withdrawing from a course.

Internship & Career Advising

All CAHS students seeking assistance with career exploration, interview preparation, internship & job searches, or resume feedback are encouraged to schedule an appointment with Nicole McDavid, CAHS Internship & Career Coordinator.

Ms. Nicole McDavid
Internship & Career Coordinator
Morton Hall 131
256.824.5325
cahs-careers@uah.edu

Helpful Information

Questions?

If you have additional questions, please contact us.

College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Academic Advising
Morton Hall, Room 131

256.824.2867 Call or TEXT
cahs_advising@uah.edu
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:15 AM-5:00 PM

For prospective students who have not been admitted to the university yet, please schedule an appointment to visit at uah.edu/visit and or meet with a Transfer Admissions Counselor.

Academic Advising