Department Advisors
While we offer professional academic advising for your major, your Department Undergraduate Advisor is your primary source for career and major advising.
*FACULTY ADVISORS WILL BE OUT SUMMER 2024. If you need advising, please contact us at sciences.studentsuccess@sdsu.edu or see our hours on our homepage.*
Astronomy
San Diego State University has the only independent astronomy department, and we operate a research observatory on Mount Laguna, a short drive east of San Diego.
Astronomy Advisor
Biology
The Department of Biology has it’s own Biology Undergraduate Advising Office. Please contact them for questions regarding your Biology major or minor requirements.
Biology Advisor
Amy Tappen and Raymond Stanley
LSN – 102
Summer 2024 Hours:
In-person drop-ins and by appointment
Tuesdays & Wednesdays (In-person) 9:00am-2:00pm (closed 12-1)
Mondays, Thursdays, & Fridays (Virtual) by appointment
Mondays & Thursdays Virtual Drop-in Advising (no appointment required) available from 9:30am-10:30am & 1-2pm
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
Chemistry & Biochemistry
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at San Diego State University offers the Bachelor of Science degree, accredited by the American Chemical Society (ACS).
Chemistry Advisor
Computer Science
The SDSU CS undergraduate program provides students a broad background in computer science theory and hardware systems that will enable them to pursue high technology careers.
Computer Science Advisors
Heather Stark
GMCS – 566
Email or use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
Dr. Ben Shen
Email to make an appointment.
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Environmental Sciences is an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Sciences program. The program provides students with a rigorous and arcing foundation in natural and biological sciences most relevant to environmental issues.
Earth and Environmental Sciences Advisor
Geological Sciences
In SDSU’s Geological sciences program students are curious about the planet on which we live and interested in solving environmental problems facing humankind. You can choose between a B.A. program, which includes an interdisciplinary curriculum, or a B.S., which science intensive.
Geological Sciences Advisor
Mathematics & Statistics
Because of its broad scope, degrees in mathematics prepare students for many different careers and the department offers a variety of such degrees and emphases to provide students with several blends and specialties according to their interests and goals.
Mathematics Advisors
Dr. Jerome Gilles
619-594-7240
GMCS – 589
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment.
and
Dr. Chris O’Neill
(619) 594-6176
GMCS – 570
Email to make an appointment.
Math Education Advisor
Statistics Advisor
Physics
The Physics Department at San Diego State University is committed to offering every undergraduate and graduate student the fullest opportunity to realize his or her potential as a physicist. The department has a history of teaching excellence and a commitment to continuing this tradition.
Physics Advisor
Psychology
Psychology Advising Office
619-594-5412
LSN-105
Summer 2024 Hours begin 5/21:
Virtual appointments only.
Use EAB Navigate to make an appointment or contact psychology.advising.sdsu@sdsu.edu.
For help making an EAB appointment click HERE.
Health Professions Advising Office (HPAO)
The Health Professions Advising Office is a resource for current SDSU students planning a career in the health professions. HPAO provides information, guidance and support to students from any major about most health professions, including dentistry, medicine, optometry, pharmacy, physician assistant, and veterinary medicine.
Health Professions Advising Office
619-594-3030
GMCS – 323
Summer 2024 Hours: Monday – Thursday 10am-4pm
New HPAO students: Please be sure to complete all steps from the Getting Started with HPAO page before booking an appointment.
For general questions, please email hpao@sdsu.edu.
For 1st-Year students: walk-ins available during office hours
For 2nd-Years and above including Transfer Students: schedule appointments via HPAO Canvas Homeroom
