Academic Advising
Plan your academic path with guidance from advisors who help you explore your interests, make informed decisions, and stay on track toward your degree.
Plan Your Path
At Trinity, advising is a collaborative, ongoing partnership that helps you make thoughtful academic decisions, explore your interests, and approach your education with clarity and intention—from your first semester through graduation.
Work with Advisors to:
- Build a course plan that supports your goals and fulfills degree requirements
- Explore majors, minors, and academic interests
- Understand Pathways and curriculum requirements
Along the way, advising helps you connect your academic experiences to opportunities like research, internships, study abroad, and life after Trinity.
For detailed information about degree requirements and courses, refer to the Courses of Study Bulletin.
Guidance that Grows with You
Your advising experience evolves as your goals become more defined—and supports you through both exploration and challenge.
With your adviser, you can:
- Reflect on your interests, strengths, and goals
- Make informed academic decisions
- Adjust your plans when circumstances change
- Take ownership of your academic journey, stay accountable, and move forward with confidence
Advising is not just about choosing courses—it's about building the skills to navigate your academic journey and take ownership of your path. Advisers also help you navigate transitions, challenges, and changing goals while staying connected to the support you need.
From move in day through graduation, you will receive the support and encouragement you need to achieve your academic goals and thrive at Trinity.
Advising at Every Stage
Your advising experience evolves as your goals become more defined—and supports you through both exploration and challenge.
First Year
Work with a professional academic adviser (through to major declaration) to explore your interests and plan your courses to build a strong academic foundation.
Sophomore Year
Declare your major and begin working more closely with your major specific adviser.
Junior and Senior Years
Refine your academic focus, pursue new opportunities, and prepare for graduation and what comes next.
Connected Support Across Campus
Advising is part of a broad network of academic support designed to help you succeed at Trinity and beyond.
Along your journey, you can:
- Meet with an advisor to plan your courses
- Work with a academic coach to build study strategies
- Connect with a tutor for help in specific subjects
Together, these resources help you build skills, overcome challenges, and make steady progress toward your goals.
Explore Academic Success Resources
Find tutoring, coaching, and other support.