Bronco Resource Hub - Academic Advising

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Academic advising is an important piece of student success and Cal Poly Pomona has an advising model that includes both professional staff advisors and faculty advisors. They aid students in creating and achieving their academic and career goals. Advisors can help you: 

• Provide support and guidance through your academic journey 
• Develop a course registration plan  
• Explore majors and minors 
• Understand degree requirements 
• Learn how transfer, AP, or IB credits count toward your degree

Visit the links below to find college-specific advising information:

• Don B. Huntley College of Agriculture 
• College of Business Administration 
• College of Education and Integrative Studies 
• College of Engineering
• College of Environmental Design
• The Collins College of Hospitality Management
• College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences
• College of Science
• Undeclared Advising

The Office of Student Success has compiled an invaluable list of academic and advising resources which address everything from planning your first semester schedule to getting ready to graduate.

Scheduling Appointments

We encourage students to schedule appointments with their advisor at least once per semester before their enrollment dates. It is beneficial for students to meet often with their advisor because the stronger the relationship, the more effective the advisor can be in supporting the student’s efforts to stay on top of meeting their degree requirements or other academic goals. 

Course Catalog & Registration 

The University Course Catalog is your gateway to the academic offerings of CPP. The catalog contains information regarding: 

• Course descriptions 
• Descriptions of colleges, departments and programs 
• University administration, regulations, and history
• Enrollment services
• Academic policies
• Archived catalogs 

Degree Progress Report

The Degree Progress Report is a tool that provides information about the completion status of undergraduate degree requirements at Cal Poly Pomona.  Commonly called the "degree audit" or "DPR" it indicates which requirements have been satisfied and which ones still must be completed. 

The Degree Progress Report is available to students and academic advisors through BroncoDirect. In addition, students with transfer courses should also obtain the Transfer Credit Report from BroncoDirect. When used together, the Degree Progress Report and Transfer Credit Report provide detailed information on how completed courses in Cal Poly Pomona and/or other institutions are applied to degree requirements. 

Changing Your Major

Choosing your major and your career can sometimes be an intimidating process. Be sure to take courses in GE and your major every semester and don’t hesitate to discuss concerns with your advisor if you feel that your major is not a good fit for you. If you’re thinking about a new major or career path, visit the Change of Major Guide from the Office of Student Success. Looking through the guide doesn’t quite replace an in-person advising session, but it’s a great place to start. 

Transfer/AP/IB Credit Reports

A student who has attended an accredited two-year or four-year college will be given full credit for college level courses successfully completed. Credit for courses taken at other institutions count toward fulfillment of curriculum requirements when applicable; other courses count as elective credit. To submit transfer credit for evaluation, send your official transcript(s) to Office of Admissions at verify@cpp.edu.

Speak with your academic advisor about any transfer, advanced placement (AP) or international baccalaureate (IB) coursework that you have completed. You can check your degree progress report to see how your credits apply to your degree requirements. 

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