Academic Advising
Exploration begins here!
What are you looking for at Penn? Wharton advisors are here to help students find their courses, activities and support services.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality service and support for our students during their undergraduate experience. The Wharton Undergraduate Division office is located in the Gordon B. Hattersley Suite, G95 Jon M. Huntsman Hall, and is open from Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Please call us at (215) 898-7608 to confirm office hours, because they are subject to change. Staff email addresses and phone numbers are located in our staff directory.
Wharton’s professional undergraduate advising program helps students:
- Explore intellectual, professional and personal interests;
- Develop suitable educational plans;
- Select appropriate courses and other educational experiences;
- Understand institutional requirements;
- Identify available resources for assistance; and
- Develop personal and educational goals and evaluate their progress.
The Undergraduate Division can also help with providing information and support for the following:
- Academic advising appointments
- College and University minors
- Curriculum worksheets
- Dean’s list requirements
- Drop/request, pass/fail, withdrawal procedures
- Dual-degree and transfer applications
- Exam conflicts
- Independent study
- Final exams and make-up periods
- Graduation
- Submatriculation programs
- Leaves of absence
- Penn InTouch automated worksheets
- Petitions
- Registration
- Student clubs, organizations, and activities
- Student lockers
- Student mail folders
- Student records
- Summer sessions
- Tuition billing problems
Current students are strongly encouraged to meet with an academic advisor to gain a better understanding of the many support resources available to them here at Penn. In addition, the troubleshooting guide will assist students in determining the most appropriate resources for various concerns.
Students who have a concern about a matter related to the program or a course may discuss the matter with the instructor, and/or they may come to the Undergraduate Division office (G95 JMHH) to discuss their concern with an advisor.
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