Welcome to the College of Arts & Letters Academic Advisement Center! We're here to support current Cal State LA undergraduate students within the College, whether majoring, minoring, pursuing a certificate, or exploring programs.
Mission
To provide professional advising services that include degree panning, graduation checks, class schedule confirmation, major and minor declaration, addressing academic concerns, answering questions about university policies and procedures, and directing students to university resources.
Vision
To motivate and sustain the academic goals of all students in the College of Arts & Letters by creating an accepting and inclusive advising experience.
Connect with an Advisor
In-Person Services: Long-term academic planning, graduation applications, or reinstatement discussions. These are personalized sessions for in-depth support.
In-Person or Virtual appointments available:
Additional Appointment Information
Please visit the University's Detailed Guide for Scheduling an Appointment on Navigate LA for additional tips.
Services Offered: Quick schedule checks, withdrawing from a class, appeals, petitions, deadlines, course substitution questions, changing your major, or adding a minor.
Join us for In-Person Drop-In hours at the following times:
| Mondays & Wednesdays | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM |
Location: Music Building, Room 209
Important Details: Please bring your CIN with you. For schedule checks, have your classes ready in your shopping cart or Schedule Planner for review. For more in-depth matters, you may be asked to schedule an appointment.
Services Offered: Get help with class searches, degree planner, schedule planner, and questions pertaining to general education requirements.
Join us In-Person at the following times:
| Mondays & Wednesdays | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM |
Check-in: Music Building, Room 209
Important Details: Please bring your laptop, log in, and CIN with you. For more in-depth matters, you may be asked to schedule an appointment.
For quick questions, please email aladvise@calstatela.edu
Video Tutorials
Operating Hours and Contact
Office Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: MUS 209 Phone: (323) 343-4015
Email: ALadvise@calstatela.edu