The freshman experience

IT’s Office of Academic Advising eases the transition to college life and helps you build a strong foundation for a successful college experience. Advising staff help you with academic advising, planning your course schedule, approving registration, choosing a major, improving your study skills, and applying to upper division.

All lower-division students (those who've completed less than 60 credits) meet with a college academic advisor advisor every term before they register for classes.

First-year curriculum

Freshmen receive a solid grounding in fundamental courses required for most IT degrees. IT students who are undecided about their major will follow the same first-year program as students who've specified a major.

Students are encouraged to enroll in freshman seminars, which are optional, innovative small-group explorations of intriguing topics under the guidance of master teachers.

Special housing options

Living and learning communities designed for first-year students foster your academic success and create community.

Choosing a major

Your lower division advisor will help you explore various majors, decide which option is best for you, and plan your semester course schedule accordingly. As a lower division student you select a proposed major but don't officially become a major in your field of study until after admission to upper division.

Upper division

Students must apply for admission to IT upper division (junior and senior years). GPA and course requirements vary by major. Learn more...

Tutoring

Need help with your studies? The Office of Lower Division Programs offers free tutorial services for students enrolled in selected IT courses. Find out more...

Career services

It's never too early to start planning your future! Explore your skills and interests, career options, and job-search resources. Find out more...