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Academic Advising

As a student at CT State Community College, you're supported by two advisors. Your Guided Pathways Advisor will help you to develop and achieve your academic and career goals while your Faculty Advisor will work with you based on your program of study. Together they offer the support you need to succeed as a CT State student.

Guided Pathways Advising

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0:00 Hand writes "What is Guided Pathways Advising" on screen  What is Guided Pathways Advising?
0:03 Animation: hands cups  globe Guided Pathways Advising is an academic advising program focused on supporting
0:07 Animation: woman sits typing on laptop at desk with books on top. Arrow points to the right. Same woman pops up excited, with diploma next to her. you from start to finish at one of our twelve Connecticut Community Colleges.
0:13 Hand writes "How will it benefit you?" on screen How will it benefit you?
0:15 Animation: Students from different races and genders pop up on screen waving   All students will be assigned a Guided Pathways Advisor (GP Advisor) once they start college.
0:22 Animation: Advisor sits behind desk while student sits in yellow arm chair across from him. She smiles while he talks.    Your GP Advisor is committed to assisting you develop and achieve your academic and career goals.
0:28 Hand writes "What can my GP advisor do for me?" on screen  What can my GP Advisor do for me?
0:31 Animation: Same advisor as before talks to male student while typing on computer. Your GP Advisor is a dedicated professional whose primary goal is helping you achieve your academic and career goals.
0:36 Animation: Three people on screen. The one in the middle is the student those on the side are faculty and staff. They gesture to her, excited.     Together with faculty and staff they will guide you in:
0:41 Words being spoken shown on screen as a bulleted list. -Developing your academic and career plan. ---Selecting your program and courses.
-Completing your program of study.
-Transferring into a bachelor’s degree program.
-Exploring employment opportunities.
0:56 Animation: Worried female student sits in library while other students hang out in background. Female is visibly upset.    Struggling academically? Experiencing personal challenges? Need help navigating college?
1:00 Animation: Female student from previous scene pops into advisor's office chair. She still looks worried.  Reach out to your GP Advisor in-person or via telephone,
1:06 Animation: Student in different situations pop up- on phone, typing on laptop, video conferencing email, or videoconferencing. Whatever your unique circumstances,
1:10 Animation: Student is once again with her advisor but looks happy this time. when you need support, your GP Advisor will connect you with resources on and off campus.
1:16 Hand writes "How does GP Advising complement faculty advising?" on screen  How does GP Advising complement faculty advising?
1:20 Animation: female advisor and male student sit at conference table together talking. Another advisor slides in next to original advisor and both speak to student. Your GP Advisor will collaborate with your Faculty Advisor and others to support your goals and academic success throughout your entire time here. Your GP Advisor and Faculty Advisor are available to assist you from start to finish at a Connecticut Community College of your choice!
1:37 Animation: Students sit on the left side of the stage while advisors and college leader applaud them from right side of stage.   All students should be guided to success irrespective of the challenges you face.
1:41 Animation: Student surrounded by his GP and Faculty Advisor. Student high fives advisor on his right and then turns and high fives his advisor on the left.   We are here to help! Your success team, comprising your GP Advisor, Faculty Advisor,
1:47 Animation: other staff members join on screen and all clap for student while he cheers.   and key professional staff members are always here to support you in reaching your goals!
1:53 CT State logo To connect with your GP Advisor, visit your campus’ advising office or your college’s advising webpage.

All community college students, from initial registration to completion, are supported by Guided Pathways (GP) Advisors to establish academic and career goals, receive proactive and individualized academic and holistic supports that result in the timely and equitable completion of credentials that lead to employment, transfer, and family sustainable wages.

Guided Pathways Advising is a dynamic student-centered holistic approach grounded in student development and learning. GP Advisors align advising practices with the diverse and unique needs of each individual student in their caseload. GP Advisors advise, advocate, mentor, support, and coach their caseload to reach their individual goals.

About Guided Pathways Advising

How GP Advising Works

  • Upon registration all students (new and continuing) are assigned to a Guided Pathways (GP) Advisor based on their program or area of study.
  • GP Advising does not replace faculty/program advising. You are encouraged to connect with your Faculty Advisor based on your program of study and together they will support you in reaching your academic, transfer, and career goals.
  • To identify your advisors, you can visit Degree Works and your assigned advisors will be listed at the top of the page.

Your GP Advisor Can Help You:

  • Develop and achieve your academic and career goals
  • Support and collaborate with your faculty/program advisor
  • Discuss transfer opportunities
  • Encourage involvement with campus activities
  • Introduce you to community resources, both on and off campus
  • Help you connect with academic support services such tutoring and study skills
  • Empower you to become a self-advocate
  • Develop effective decision-making and problem-solving skills

Meet With Your GP Advisor

New Student: I've never attended another college or university after receiving my high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Welcome to CT State!

We're thrilled you've joined our community. The Accepted Students webpage provides essential information and next steps to ensure a smooth and successful enrollment process. 
 
Here are some items to pay close attention to:  

Please note: An advisor may not be assigned to you in Degree Works upon acceptance but will be once you have registered for the upcoming semester. You're welcome to select an advising appointment with an advisor that supports your intended program of study (major). 

Continuing Student: I am currently enrolled and taking credit courses at CT State.

As a continuing student, you're encouraged to connect with your assigned GP advisor to prepare for registration and/or your faculty advisor/program coordinator to learn more about your degree path. To guarantee time with your assigned advisor, please schedule an appointment. Advisors can meet with you in person, virtually or over the phone. Refer to your home campus for specific drop-in advising hours.  

Your advisor is listed on your Degree Works audit.  

  • To meet with your Guided Pathways Advisor, find your home campus and make an appointment
  • To meet with your Faculty Advisor, please use the email listed in Degree Works. 

    *If you can't locate your advisor, contact your home campus Guided Pathways Advising office. 

    Transfer Student: I've attended another college or university, outside of the 12 community college campuses in Connecticut, after receiving my high school diploma.

    We're thrilled to have you join our community. The Accepted Students webpage provides you with essential information and next steps to ensure a smooth and successful enrollment process.
    Here are some items to pay close attention to:

    • Apply and get Accepted to CT State
    • Log in to your myCTState account
      Follow the myCTState login instructions if you need assistance.
    • Apply for FAFSA or AACTUS
      If you are applying for FAFSA, you must use federal school code 007635 on your FAFSA.
    • Submit official college transcripts
      Transfer and readmitted students should submit an official transcript from any other college(s) and universities attended and must be accepted or enrolled at CT State to complete a transcript evaluation. If you have any questions, please contact your assigned Transfer Credit Evaluator.
    • Submit placement documents
      Before meeting with a GP advisor, ensure placement documents are on file with the Admissions office: SAT/ACT scores, AP scores and/or high school transcripts.
    • Upload SAT scores and high school transcripts to your application account

    Please Note:

    • We encourage you to meet with a GP advisor who is assigned to your declared program of study.
    • Unofficial transcripts can be used to verify prerequisites but if you are planning on transferring in credit, please request official transcripts to be evaluated. If you don't have an evaluated transcript(s) or an unofficial transcript to present to the advisor for your advising session, we may be limited in how we can assist you with advising and registration.
    • *If you can't locate your advisor, contact your home campus Guided Pathways Advising office.
    Readmit Student: I have attended one of the 12 CT community colleges or CT State but have not been enrolled for two or more years.

    Here are some items to pay close attention to:

    • Reapply or reactivate your account at CT State
    • Log in to your myCTState account
      Follow the myCTState login instructions if you need assistance.
    • Apply for FAFSA or AACTUS
      If you are applying for FAFSA, you must use federal school code 007635 on your  FAFSA.
    • Submit placement documents
      Before meeting with a GP advisor, ensure placement documents are on file with the Admissions office: SAT/ACT scores, AP scores and/or high school transcripts.  
    • Upload SAT scores and high school transcripts to your application account
    • Submit official college transcripts
      Transfer and readmitted students should submit an official transcript from any other college(s) and universities attended and must be accepted or enrolled at CT State to complete a transcript evaluation. 
    • If you have any questions, please contact your assigned Transfer Credit Evaluator here.
    • Students who attended one of the original CT Community Colleges prior to fall 2023 need to request an official transcript from the legacy college (ex. Manchester Community College or Gateway Community College) through the Parchment Service.

    Please Note:

    • We encourage you to meet with a GP advisor who is assigned to your declared program of study.
    • Unofficial transcripts can be used to verify prerequisites but if you are planning on transferring in credit, please request official transcripts to be evaluated. If you don't have an evaluated transcript(s) or an unofficial transcript to present to the advisor for your advising session, we may be limited in how we can assist you with advising and registration.
    • *If you can't locate your advisor, contact your home campus Guided Pathways Advising office.
    Guest (Visiting) Student: I'm not planning on graduating, just taking a few courses.

    We are excited to have you here with us and are eager to help you embark on this journey.

    Before registering for a course, visiting students must:

      Please Note: 

      • Unofficial copies of your college and/or high school transcript(s) from all your institutions previously attended will be needed to verify prerequisites and placement. You do not need to submit official transcripts to CT State to register for classes.
      • If you plan to transfer your credits to another college or university, you'll need to request an official transcript from CT State.  

        Find Your GP Advisor

        Choose your home campus from the list above for further information about connecting with your advisor. You may also visit DegreeWorks to find your GP advisor by logging in to myCTState and selecting “Access Degree Works.” Your advisor will be listed at the top of the page.

        Asnuntuck Campus Advising

        Location

        CASA Suite, Room 111 

        Hours

        Monday-Friday
        8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Capital Campus Advising

        Location

        Suite 316 (third floor)

        Contact

        Hours

        Monday and Wednesday
        8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (By appointment only)

        Tuesday and Thursday
        8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (Walk-ins only, no appointment needed)

        Friday
        8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (Virtual and phone appointments only)

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Leadership and Mentoring Programs

        Gateway Campus Advising

        Location

        Room N213
        20 Church Street
        New Haven, CT 06510

        Contact

        Hours

        Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
        8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

        Wednesday
        8 a.m.-6 p.m.

        WALK-INS
        For quick questions, contact your GP Advisor for their walk-in availability

        FIRST DAY OF REGISTRATION OFFICE SCHEDULE
        Monday, October 26, 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

        SATURDAY ADVISING NOW AVAILABLE
        The Advising Office will open for walk-in advising from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. (last session at 1 p.m.) on the following

        SATURDAYS
        October 31
        November 7, 14, 21
        December 5

        Make an Advising Appointment

        *Please note that the "Non-Degree/Visiting Students" link is not meant for High School Partnership (HSP) students. HSP students, please contact our office at: 203-285-2090.

        Housatonic Campus Advising

        Location

        Lafayette Hall Room 112

        Contact

        Hours

        Monday-Thursday
        8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.*

        Friday
        8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
        *Evening hours available daily upon appointment

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Manchester Campus Advising

        Location

        SSC L108

        Contact

        Hours

        Monday-Friday
        8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

        Current Drop-In Hours

        Mondays and Tuesdays
        10 a.m.-12 p.m.

        Wednesdays and Thursdays*
        1-3 p.m.
        *Extended hours through 7 p.m. on most Thursday evenings (no extended hours on 11/26/26 and 12/24/26 due to holiday observances). Advisor availability on Thursday evenings is limited. Please speak with your advisor directly to inquire about their availability.

        Please note limited advising support, appointments or drop-ins at the following times due to campus activities:

        • Friday, October 2, 9-11:30 a.m.
        • Wednesday, October 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

        Students may make general inquiries and receive assistance with scheduling an advising appointment at our front desk.

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Middlesex Campus Advising

        Location

        Founders Hall, Room 132

        Contact

        Middletown Hours

        Middletown Campus

        Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
        8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

        Tuesday
        8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

        Friday
        8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

        Drop-In Hours

        Monday-Thursday
        9 a.m.-1 p.m.
        *The first week of registration (October 26 through October 30), the Middlesex Advising Office will have drop-in only services each day from 9 a.m. until close.

        Limited Hours

        Please note limited advising support, appointments, and drop-ins at the following times due to campus activities:

        • Monday, October 12 (all day)
        • Thursday, October 29 (1:30-3 p.m )
        • Thursday, November 12 (all day)
        • Thursday, November 19 (9-10 a.m. and 1:30-3 p.m.)
        • Thursday, December 10 (1:30-3 p.m.)
        • Thursday, December 17 (9-10 a.m.)

        Office Closed Days and Times

        The Advising Office will be closed the following days and times due to campus activities:

        • Thursday, October 15 (9-11:30 a.m.)
        • Monday, October 26 (12:30-2 p.m.)
        • Friday, November 13 (9-0:30 a.m.)
        • Wednesday, December 16 (2:30-4:30 p.m.)

        Meriden Hours

        Meriden Campus

        Drop-In Monday
        3-7 p.m.

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Naugatuck Valley Campus Advising

        Waterbury Campus Location

        750 Chase Pkwy
        Waterbury, CT 06708

        We offer three Guided Pathways Advising Centers. Each center is dedicated to specific areas of study with advisors to help navigate your first class to graduation.

        Ekstrom Hall | E500
        Business and Professional Studies, Engineering and Technology, Computer Science, and Liberal Arts

        Kinney Hall | K520
        Liberal Arts and Education, Business, Math and Science, and Human Services

        Founders Hall | F217-234
        Nursing and Health Careers

        Hours

        Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
        8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

        Wednesday
        8:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

        Contact

        Phone: 203-575-8025
        Email: NV-GuidedPathways-Dept@ctstate.edu
        Fax: 203-596-8610

        Danbury Campus Location

        190 Main St
        Danbury, CT 06810

        Guided Pathways Advising provides centralized academic support to help students explore all areas of study. Advisors will guide students throughout their academic journey. We look forward to meeting you!

        Danbury Campus | D304
        All degree and certificate programs

        Hours

        Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
        8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

        Friday
        8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

        Contact

        Phone: 203-437-9699
        Email: NV-DanburyAdvising@ctstate.edu 
        Fax: 203-798-9682

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Northwestern Campus Advising

        Location

        Greenwoods Building, Room 208
        119 N. Main Street
        Winsted, CT 06098

        Hours

        Monday-Friday
        8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Norwalk Campus Advising

        Location

        East 102 AND West 102

        Contact

        Phone: 203-857-7033
        Email:
        nk-gpadvising@ctstate.edu

        New Students are strongly encouraged to fill out their new student assessment prior to attending their new student advising session.

        CT State Norwalk PAW Workshop Assessment for English/Math/ESL Placement

        Hours

        Monday - Thursday
        9 a.m.–5 p.m.

        Friday
        9 a.m.-4 p.m.

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Quinebaug Valley Campus Advising

        Contact

        Danielson Campus (Main Campus)

        742 Upper Maple St.
        Danielson, CT 06239
        Student Success Center, Room C127

        Monday-Friday
        8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

        Appointments outside of office hours can be made per request, dependent on advisor availability.

        Willimantic Campus

        729 Main St.
        Willimantic, CT 06226

        Willimantic campus advising hours vary by Guided Pathways Advisor. Please check appointment links. If your advisor is not listed for the Willimantic location and you prefer to meet in that location, please contact your assigned Guided Pathways Advisor to request an appointment in Willimantic. We will do our best to accommodate individual requests.

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Three Rivers Campus Advising

        Location

        Room A-113
        See Map

        Contact

        Hours

        Monday – Thursday
        8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

        Friday
        8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

        Hours are subject to change based on advisor availability. 

        Appointments are strongly encouraged, especially for detailed questions or academic planning.

        Drop-in assistance is available daily for quick service and immediate needs. The last student will be taken 30 minutes before closing.

         

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Tunxis Campus Advising

        Location

        Bidstrup Hall
        See Map

        Contact

        Hours

        Monday 
        8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

        Tuesday
        8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

        Wednesday  
        8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - DROP-IN ONLY - Quick 10-minute service and immediate needs. No appointment needed, but may be encouraged depending on individual situations.

        Thursday 
        8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

        Friday
        8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

        *The last student will be taken 30 minutes before closing. Hours are subject to change based on advisor availability.

        Appointments are strongly encouraged, especially for detailed questions or academic planning.

        For the best advising experience, we strongly recommend meeting with an advisor in person or virtually with screen-sharing capabilities, which allows us to better assist you. Please be prepared to take notes to best assist as well.

        Make an Advising Appointment

        Please note that advising appointments must be booked using your official CT State email (ex: firstname.lastname@ctstate.edu).

        Faculty Advising

        Faculty Advisors work with you based on your program of study. This close working relationship allows for a personalized approach to advising based on your situation, personal and professional goals, and your Faculty Advisor's intricate knowledge of your program of study. Faculty Advisors are typically assigned once a student has matriculated into a program and it's recommended that you meet with your Faculty Advisor early in your academic journey. To find your faculty advisor, log into myCTState and navigate to the Degree Works section where you'll see advisors listed. 

        Last updated: October 12, 2026 | 4:10 pm