Oglethorpe University is committed to providing quality advising through the office of student success. The primary purpose of advising is to assist students in the development of meaningful educational plans compatible with the attainment of their life goals. Students who work closely with their student success advisors are more likely to meet their goals and achieve collegiate success. Students should maintain regular contact with their advisors and are expected to work with them each semester to ensure the proper sequencing of courses, discuss completion of degree requirements, explore post-graduation plans, and inquire about any other academic matter.

Effective advising is characterized by a good working relationship between the advisor and the student. Student success advisors are expected to collaborate with faculty and develop the expertise to successfully communicate with students in a genuine, accurate, and confidential manner. Students are expected to understand University and program requirements and accept responsibility for fulfilling them. Together, advisors and students are expected to maintain a professional and mutually respectful relationship as they progress toward the attainment of educational objectives.