Academic Advising

NOTICE: Academic Advising will be closed on December 15, 16 and 17. We will be busy assisting incoming Dolphins register for spring 2026.

We serve the advising needs of undergraduate students currently enrolled through the main CSUCI campus. We are dedicated to student success and assisting students in reaching their academic and career goals. Our services are delivered in a one-on-one or group setting, in-person and on-line. Academic Advising welcomes all students, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.

If you're a new, incoming student, please visit either the New Freshman Student Information or the New Transfer Information page. 

Future students interested in attending CSUCI should contact Admissions.

Students enrolled in degree programs through Extended University, contact your program advisor.

All academic advising services are available for undergraduate students currently enrolled through the main CSUCI campus. Appointments are scheduled in advance through Dolphin Navigate in your myCI portal. Please read the following before your appointment: Appointment Guidelines (PDF, 192 KB)

For a same-day drop-in consultation join one of our daily Drop-In Advising sessions. Click the following link to view the Drop-In Advising schedule: Drop-In Advising link. For assistance contact the Academic Advising Center front office via email at advisement@csuci.edu or call 805-437-8571 or visit us in person at Bell Tower 1552.