Center for Advising and Student Success
The Otter community is committed to your success. Our advisors are here to support you in planning your academic path and reaching your graduation goals.
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Your Advising Options
Academic Advising
Academic Advisors help you understand degree requirements, choose courses, and stay on track for graduation by reviewing your Academic Requirements Report and learning plan. Advisors are available by email, Otter Navigate, appointments, and drop-ins.
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Success Advising
Success Advisors help you build the habits and strategies needed to succeed in college, including time management, goal setting, and connecting to campus resources. Advisors are available by email, Otter Navigate, and scheduled appointments.
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How We Support Your Success
The Center for Advising and Student Success at Cal State Monterey Bay is a powerhouse of resources and support. Under our umbrella of services, you’ll find academic advising, career coaching and everything in between.
Student Success ServicesDegree Pathways
Degree Pathways outline the recommended order of courses for your major, with options for first-year and transfer students. Use them as a guide, then meet with an Academic Advisor to build your personalized learning plan.
Get Help With a Class
Get Help With a Class
Free tutoring and collaborative learning support are available for many courses to help you better understand course material and prepare for exams.
- Free tutoring
- Study groups
- Academic skills support
Student Disability and Accessibility Center
Academic Accommodations
Students with documented disabilities can receive accommodations and accessibility support to ensure equitable access to learning.
Personal Growth and Counseling Center (PGCC)
Confidential counseling and wellness services help students manage stress, mental health challenges, and personal concerns.
- Individual counseling
- Mental health resources
- Wellness workshops
Student Support
College can be challenging, but you do not have to navigate it alone. These campus services provide academic support, accessibility resources and confidential counseling.
Getting into a Full Class
Some courses require a permission number before you can enroll. Learn when they are used and how to request one properly.
- When permission numbers are required
- How to request one
- What information to include
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Transfer Student Success
We’re here to give you a warm Otter welcome and make sure your transition to CSUMB goes as smoothly as possible. You’ll be matched with a transfer peer mentor to help you acclimate to life on campus.
Academic Tools and Guides
University processes can feel confusing at first. These guides help you understand common advising topics and navigate registration and degree planning.
Transformative Outcomes
#1
For Social Mobility in the West
We’re recognized as a top-performer for helping first-generation and economically disadvantaged students pursue a life-changing education.
Where You’ll Find Otter Alumni
- Amazon
- Apple
- Boeing
- Booz Allen Hamilton
- Meta
- Microsoft
- NASA
- Pixar
- The Walt Disney Company
Personalized. Specialized.
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Career coaching
Our expert career advisors can provide personalized professional guidance at every step of your journey.
About the Center for Advising and Student Success
The Center for Advising and Student Success is here to help you navigate your academic journey at Cal State Monterey Bay. Whether you have questions about degree requirements, planning your next semester, or connecting with campus resources, our advisors are ready to support you.
Meet the Advising Team Mission and Vision
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Need Guidance? Start Here.
Whether you’re building your academic plan, facing a challenge, or just need clarity on next steps, we’re here to help.
Center for Academic and Student Success
Our Academic and Success advising team helps students create clear plans and stay on track toward graduation.
Front Desk
Start with our front desk staff for quick questions, referrals, or help scheduling an appointment with an advisor.