Academic Advising

Student Support & Advising

Whether you are navigating administrative paperwork or planning your academic career, we are here to help. Use the guide below to find the right point of contact.

Who to Contact?

If you aren’t sure where your question falls, start with the ECE Graduate Office. They can answer all general questions related to the program and redirect you to the appropriate person if more input is required.

The Director of Graduate Programs (DGP) is your primary resource for complex problem solving. Generally, you should reach out to the DGP after consulting with your faculty advisor.

Each student is assigned an Academic Advisor in MyPackPortal.  Students should consult their academic advisor about selecting coursework, meeting degree requirements, changing their degree or program.

  •  MyPack Portal > Student Homepage > Planning & Enrollment tile > Advisors tab (left-hand navigation menu)
  1. Certificate Students:The academic advisor will be the ECE Director of Graduate Programs (DGP)
  2. MS Non-Thesis Students MS EE and MS CPE students are advised by the ECE Director of Graduate Program (DGP)
  3. MS CNE students: are advised by the CNE ECE Program Coordinator for CNE.
  4. MS EPSE Students: academic advisor are advised by the EPSE Program Director.
  5. MS Thesis Students: Students are responsible for selecting their own academic advisor, this should be an ECE graduate faculty member
  6. PhD Students: PhD students will be assigned an interim advisor upon acceptance into the doctoral program.
The ECE Graduate OfficeYour Faculty Advisor
Degree Audits: Tracking your progress, course enrollment Course Selection: Picking the right classes.
Exam Scheduling: Setting up Qual, Prelim or Final examResearch Goals: Defining your thesis/project.
Funding (GSSP, RA/TA): Pay and benefits.Degree Requirements: Specialized knowledge.
Graduation Planning: When to apply to graduateGraduation Planning: Timing your exit.