First Year Advising

We're here to help you navigate your first year of college with confidence. From choosing classes and exploring majors to connecting with resources and setting goals, your advisor is a partner in your success. No matter where you are in your journey, we're here to answer questions, provide guidance, and support you every step of the way. Together, we'll help you build a strong foundation for your future at CWU and beyond. Here is our First Year Advising Syllabus.

Most first year students including students who may have earned college credits in high school will see an advisor from FY & Exploratory Advising team. If you are a first year student declared in the majors listed below, you will see an advisor from the college. Find the contact information here - College Advising Contacts


College of Arts and Humanities:

Music and Theatre related majors

College of Education and Professional Studies:

Aviation Professional Pilot Program (admitted to program)
Professional Studies Major 
Dance Major (Passed Audition)
EMS Paramedicine program

College of the Sciences:

Pre-professional programs - Engineering, Dentistry, Medicine, Physician Assistant, Pharmacy,Veterinary
Actuarial Sciences
Applied Mathematics
Biology
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Computer Science
Data Science
Environmental Science - Geology
Physics
Science: Middle Level Education
STEM Education

Goals For Your First Year

Throughout the year, you'll focus on key goals designed to help you make the most of your CWU experience and prepare you for future success.

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First-Year and Exploratory Advising

Bouillon Hall Suite 140