Academic Advising
APPLICANTS
Applicants to the University who have questions regarding their academic evaluations are encouraged to contact the Office of Academic Advising at 609-777-5680 for assistance. It is advisable that contact be made after applicants have submitted transcripts and/or documents for credit assessment to the Office of the Registrar for processing. This will allow the advisor to account for academic history. Applicants can also schedule an appointment online at Online Appointment System
ENROLLED STUDENTS
Enrolled students have full access to the University’s academic advising, evaluation, and program planning services. Students may call the Advising Expressline at 609-777-5680 in order to discuss brief questions. Appointments for both undergraduate and graduate advising can be made online at https://www.tesu.edu/current-students/make-advising-appointment.
ADVISING EXPRESSLINE
The Office of Academic Advising’s Expressline gives students the opportunity to receive answers on topics ranging from course selection and exam options to registration and graduation deadlines. The Advising Expressline is open Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Eastern Time, and can be reached by dialing 609-777-5680. The Expressline is intended for 3-5 minute conversations and for providing answers to quick questions. For questions requiring additional time and support, students are encouraged to schedule a 30 or 60 minute over the phone or in-person advising appointment.
STUDENT APPOINTMENTS
Enrolled students are encouraged to make an appointment with an academic advisor for program planning and questions regarding degree programs and methods for earning credit. Appointments for both undergraduate and graduate advising can be made online at https://www.tesu.edu/current-students/make-advising-appointment or via telephone by calling 609-292-2803.
PROGRAM PLANNING
Students enrolled with Thomas Edison State University are strongly encouraged to work with an advisor and submit a degree program plan that outlines how they will complete all or part of remaining requirements for degree completion. Students may review the Advisement Program Planning Handbook online at Program Planning Handbook, which provides the steps required for developing a program plan. This page also includes detailed information on methods of earning credit as well as associated academic policies that affect course selection. Students wishing to fax this information may submit documentation to 609-777-2956.
WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE, OFFICE OF
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Although students are encouraged to schedule an advising appointment or email the Office of Academic Advising (academicadvising@tesu.edu) with detailed questions and/or concerns, written correspondence is also welcome. Correspondence and program plans should be sent to:
Office of Academic Advising
Thomas Edison State University
301 W. State St.
Trenton, NJ 08608
academicadvising@tesu.edu
Fax: 609-777-2956
Note: Correspondence must include University ID number/degree program in the subject line of the email in order to ensure a prompt response.