Academic & Career Advising

We support and empower all students to pursue their evolving and well-informed academic and career aspirations.

Upcoming Event: Program Transfer Information Session

If you are considering transferring programs at UBC Okanagan, this session is for you! Learn about whether program transfer is right for you, important considerations, and how to apply. Sign up below for an in person or virtual session:

In person: Wednesday, November 27 4:30 to 5:30 pm in UNC 207

Virtual (zoom): Thursday, November 28 11 am to noon

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Quick support

Workday How-To Tutorials

Access our step-by-step guides for navigating the new student system called Workday. You’ll find tutorials for things like registration, tuition payments, updating personal information and much more!

CHATBOT – 24/7 ACCESS TO ANSWER BASIC QUESTIONS

Try any question: If the Chatbot is still learning and does not know the answer, it will direct you to our services.

15 minute express drop-in advising

Join our drop-in line to chat with an Advisor about a quick question. Examples could include:

  • Declaring a major
  • Degree progression letters
  • Exploring electives
  • Confirming academic dates and deadlines
  • Academic Calendar tutorial

Pre-Scheduled Appointments

30 minute pre-scheduled appointments

Book an appointment to speak with an Advisor for an in-depth conversation. Examples of topics may include:

  • Choosing or changing a major
  • Grad check
  • Reviewing Program Plans and mapping your own plan
  • Transfer credits
  • Discuss academic requirements
  • Explain academic policies and procedures
  • Academic difficulty
  • Probation
  • Failed standing
  • Career exploration conversations
  • Second-degree students
  • Academic and career aspiration goal setting

Before you see an advisor

  1. Save time and check the FAQs – you might find what you need there.
  2. Read the information above to determine which type of advising is suited to your inquiry.
  3. Prepare and write down any remaining questions you may have.

DAILY DROP-INS FOR YOUR QUICK QUESTIONS: Phone or In-Person Available

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PSYCHOLOGY - Wednesday Drop-Ins with Paul

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FHSD - Tuesday Drop-Ins with Jamie (11am - 2pm)

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