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Academic Advising Blog

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Academic planning, Policies and forms, Registration

Permission numbers and course access

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How and when to request permission numbers from CSE academic departments.

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Academic planning, Academic resources

Spring 2026 CSE college academic advising drop-in hours

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Drop-in advising can be a great way to connect with a CSE college academic advisor for a quick or time sensitive question. Check out our frequently asked questions for how to access drop-ins, when to use them, and more!

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Academic planning, Academic resources, Major and career exploration, Policies and forms

I have heard some CSE majors are competitive. What do I need to know?

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Although most CSE students get into their intended pre-major, some majors in CSE are competitive. This means there is more demand for the program than the academic department can currently accommodate. In this post we will review competitive majors and the admission to the major process. We will also cover the importance of parallel planning.

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Finding courses that fulfill liberal education requirements

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Wondering how you find classes that fulfill your remaining liberal education requirements?

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Academic resources, Beyond the classroom, Health and well-being, Major and career exploration

University resources to help you be your best

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The university is a large place with lots of options to support you in all areas - academic, well-being, involvement and other services. We have compiled a list of those used most frequently by CSE students.

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Academic planning, Academic resources, Policies and forms, Registration

Considering taking time away from the university? A leave of absence (LOA) can be a helpful option.

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If you do plan not to enroll in classes for at least one semester or more and plan to return to the university within two academic years, you may qualify for a Leave of Absence (LOA). A formal LOA allows you to break your continuous enrollment and return to your degree program at a later date. This blog post will discuss students' eligibility for taking a LOA, the process for requesting a LOA, and returning from a LOA.

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Academic planning, Policies and forms, Registration

Important things to know before repeating a course

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If you earned any grade lower than a C- in a course required for your major or minor, adjustments might need to be made to your upcoming semester schedule. Find out what steps you need to take to repeat a course.

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Academic resources, Beyond the classroom, Health and well-being

Study tips and success strategies

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Being open to seeking out and trying new techniques can help you perfect the skills and strategies that will help you be the most successful in your classes! Read more about our recommended study tips and strategies for a successful semester.

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Beyond the classroom, Health and well-being

Building community throughout your college experience

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We want your college experience to be fulfilling both inside and outside of the classroom. This blog post highlights the wide variety opportunities for involvement and community building throughout your CSE experience.

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Academic planning, Academic resources, Beyond the classroom, Health and well-being

Tips for successfully getting through finals

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Congratulations! You've gotten through and hopefully thrived during another semester of your academic career! The CSE advising team has a few tips to help you stay on top of your game as we approach final exams.