Support When You Need It

You won’t have to figure it out on your own here. Academic deans, advisors, and faculty are ready to help you choose (or change) your major, map out your path, and stay on track to graduate.

Advising in the Schools & Colleges

Every undergraduate student—including those in exploratory tracks—is paired with an advisor and dean who understand your goals and can guide your next steps. You can easily find your advising team in SPIRE and connect whenever you need support, whether you’re planning ahead or making a big decision.

For information or to schedule a remote session with an advisor, please select your school, college or program on the list below. 

Pre-Professional Advising

If you’re pursuing pre-law or pre-med/pre-health, you’ll have dedicated advisors who know the path—and how to help you navigate it. They’ll work with you to choose the right courses, understand admissions requirements, and build a strong application, so you’re ready for what comes next

Undergraduate Student Success Center

College success looks different for everyone, which is why support at UMass Amherst goes beyond the classroom. By bringing together academic and campus life resources, the center helps you navigate challenges, stay on track toward your degree, and take advantage of hands-on learning experiences that support your growth, goals, and overall wellbeing throughout your time at UMass.

Visit the Undergraduate Student Success Center

Learning Resource Center

The Learning Resource Center (LRC) supports your academic success and undergraduate research experience at UMass Amherst on your terms. Whether you’re building study strategies, strengthening your skills, or getting involved in research, the LRC is here to help at every step.

Visit the Learning Resource Center

The Writing Center

Here, you’ll build on the skills and experiences you already bring, growing as a writer in ways that carry across classes, majors, and real-world situations. Our goal is to create a campus culture where writing is supported, valued, and continuously developed.

Visit The Writing Center