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New Student Essentials
Start here to access the most important tools for planning your academic journey.
New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation begins May 7th. Sign up early for the best chance at selecting courses and getting guidance on registration.
Math Placement Assessment
Determines your starting math course. Based on your score, you may be placed into MATH 141, MATH 124, or MATH 150.
Chemistry Placement Assessment
A qualifying score can allow direct enrollement into CHEM 200.
Looking for a Summer Course?
Get ahead or catch up with Summer 2026 courses. Please note that incoming freshmen may only enroll for Summer Session 2.
Faculty Advising Note
Faculty advisors are generally unavailable during the summer. Students can begin meeting with faculty advisors in the fall semester. In the meantime, our Student Success Center and peer advisors are here to support you every step of the way!
Our Staff & Peer Mentors Can Help You With:
- Locating resources to help you begin to plan your career – We’ll let you know about workshops and career panels, handouts and reading material, websites, and help put you in contact with the right people and opportunities.
- Addressing any difficulties you might have in classes by serving as your champion and liaison between you and faculty, depart chairs or advisers, or other campus entities.
- Locating campus resources to help you get involved at SDSU.
- Exploring minors or managing difficult decisions about changing majors.
- Study abroad opportunities.
- Keeping you informed about all the opportunities that the College of Sciences has to offer.
How to Read Your Degree Audit
Your degree audit shows your progress toward graduation. Learn how to read it using our advising resources or the SDSU guide.
Know Your Major Requirements
Each major has a specific set of required courses. Review your department’s curriculum to understand what you need to graduate.
Meet With Advisors
You will meet with advisors during orientation. Advising appointments are typically available after attending New Student Orientation.
Connect with Our Academic Advisors
Are you ready to enhance your academic journey? Reach out to our dedicated team of advisors at the Sciences Student Success Center. Whether you need guidance on course selection or want to explore the diverse services we offer, we’re here to support your success at San Diego State University. Don’t hesitate to take the first step towards achieving your academic goals.