Advising is one of the most significant components of a student's successful college experience. The Undergraduate Advising Center (UAC) provides comprehensive academic advising and support for Lamar freshmen and sophomores. Through the use of proactive outreach and a holistic approach to advising, students learn that their advisor can be their main connection to Lamar. The advising relationship is a partnership and we work with you to match your interests with opportunities at Lamar, and help you integrate your academic and career plans.

Academic advisors are available to you for much more than course selection. Advisors will encourage and guide you in developing realistic goals and attainable educational plans. Advisors will offer information about your curriculum, graduation requirements, as well as university and college policies and procedures.  Advisors will connect you to campus resources and services that will help you pursue academic success. Advisors will promote your involvement in experiential-learning opportunities to help you make the most of your years at college. 

Who We Are

We provide year-round academic advising and support for Lamar freshmen and sophomores. UAC advisors help students navigate the university environment and connect them to departments and faculty to ensure access to campus resources, as well as student success and retention.

The goal in the UAC is to help students get the most from their experience at Lamar University. We help incoming students make the tough transition from high school to college, and we help continuing or transfer students get connected here. Besides ensuring that students get the right classes to graduate on time, we also help students utilize resources, get involved, and connect with faculty and departments. UAC advisors provide consistent, dependable support. We're excited about helping every student succeed.

Mission Statement

The Undergraduate Advising Center at Lamar University guides students toward success by providing the tools they need to achieve their academic ambitions. By offering support and security, students are given the freedom and confidence they need to develop as students and make informed decisions about their future. 

Advising Services

• Educational Planning
• Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Advising
• Reading and Interpreting Degree Audits
• Assistance with Major or Minor Selection
• Registration Problem Solving
• Schedule Modifications
• Academic Success Planning
• Referrals to Resources & Opportunities
• Petition and Policy Related Questions

Appointment Information

Advising appointments are available weekdays only and must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. You will receive an email confirmation to your LU Email account with the details of your appointment. You will also receive an email reminder approximately 24 hours before your appointment. 

• Plan to arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. If you arrive late for your appointment, please check-in at the front desk. If you are 10 or more minutes late, you will not be seen by your advisor and will instead need to reschedule.
• If you need to cancel your appointment, please call the UAC to avoid being recorded as a "no show" appointment and to make that time available for another student appointment.