Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about your classes, schedule, or academic journey at CSU Pueblo? You’re in the right place! This page covers the most common questions students have about advising, course planning, graduation requirements, and more. Whether you’re just getting started or preparing to graduate, these answers are here to help you stay informed and on track.
If you don’t see your question here, feel free to reach out to the PACK Center—we’re always happy to help!
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What can I expect from my advisor?
- Communicate regularly to check in and encourage advisee to make advising appointments (at least once per semester)
- Refer advisee to resources to maximize success
- Communicate to advisee their degree requirements, and complete a plan of study to chart degree progress
- Collaborate with advisee to develop solutions to overcome personal or academic barriers
- Maintain confidentiality of advising conversations (FERPA Compliance)
- Foster a respectful and safe space for all advisees
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What are my responsibilities in pursuing and planning my degree?
- Schedule and keep appointments made with advisor (at least once per semester)
- Read communications from advisor, and provide responses or follow up when requested
- Come prepared to advising meetings with an academic plan, potential courses, and questions to be engaged in the advising session
- Develop an understanding of university policies and deadlines that affect educational goals
- Monitor degree progress and develop confidence in navigating key platforms such as Outlook, Blackboard, Banner, Starfish and DARS
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How do I find out who my advisor is?
If you are a new student and have never attended college or have transferred in less than 60 credits, your first advisor at CSU Pueblo will be a primary role staff advisor in the Pack Center (or Hasan School of Business). You can go to the Find Your Academic Advisor website to look up your academic advisor or call 719.549.2584. If you have completed over 60 credits (or transferring in over 60 credits), you will see a departmental faculty advisor in your major.
Please Note: Students joining Health Science and Human Movement or School of Education will be onboarded via the Pack Center, and then directly connected to their faculty advisor in their first semester.
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When do I need to see my advisor?
All students must meet with or contact an advisor prior to registration for the next semester. Students should also meet with their advisor prior to making schedule changes, when dropping or withdrawing from classes, or whenever you have a question or concern about your academic progress. -
How do I decide on a major?
Choosing a major should take into consideration your talents, preferences, values, and abilities. Career assessments are available to help you with making this decision.
Doing your own research about particular majors and careers (talking to departmental advisors, shadowing professionals in particular careers, looking at career-oriented websites, etc.) will also help you decide on a major. For some additional guidance, students can complete the Colorado Career Advising Tool (10-minute survey), which provides customized career and major recommendations. The Career Center is also a resource which can give you assistance and guidance in choosing a major and exploring connected career opportunities.
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Do I need to see more than one advisor?
If a student has a double major or a major and a minor, the student should see a departmental advisor in both majors or the major and the minor to make sure all the requirements are being met.
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Why do I need to see an advisor in my major?
Departmental faculty advisors can better assist you in making sure you are taking the right classes in the correct sequence. They can also give you valuable information about career choices, careers appropriate for the major, and graduate schools.
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How do I register for classes?
Students must see an advisor before they can register for classes. After the advisor has cleared you to register, you can log on to PAWS and go to the 'Registration' tab. Click here for more information on registering for classes.
Click on the green button next to the class section you want to enroll in. After you have finished choosing classes, be sure to view your schedule to make sure the choices shown are what you intended.
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Why is there a hold or restriction on my registration?
There are several reasons for restrictions or holds on your ability to register or change your schedule. Call the number that is displayed as part of the registration restriction message in PAWS to determine what you must do to have the restriction lifted.
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How do I calculate my grade point average (GPA)?
To calculate your grade point average (GPA) divide the quality points by credit hours.
