Academic Advising
At San Antonio College, academic advising acts as a vital compass, guiding students through every step of their educational journey. Our dedicated academic advisors are committed to student success, offering personalized support, expert guidance, and a wealth of resources. Whether you're selecting courses, exploring major options, or tackling academic challenges, our team is here to empower you in achieving your academic and career goals. Rely on our knowledgeable advisors to provide the essential information and assistance you need to thrive in your academic pursuits.
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Operating Hours
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December 2 - December 30, 2024
Date Day Open Close 2-Dec Monday 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 3-Dec Tuesday 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 4-Dec Wednesday 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 5-Dec Thursday 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6-Dec Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 7-Dec Saturday 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 8-Dec Sunday N/A N/A 9-Dec Monday 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 10-Dec Tuesday 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 11-Dec Wednesday 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 12-Dec Thursday 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 13-Dec Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 14-Dec Saturday N/A N/A 15-Dec Sunday N/A N/A 16-Dec Monday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 17-Dec Tuesday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 18-Dec Wednesday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 19-Dec Thursday N/A N/A 20-Dec Friday N/A N/A 21-Dec Saturday N/A N/A 22-Dec Sunday N/A N/A 23-Dec Monday N/A N/A 24-Dec Tuesday N/A N/A 25-Dec Wednesday N/A N/A 26-Dec Thursday 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 27-Dec Friday 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 28-Dec Saturday N/A N/A 29-Dec Sunday N/A N/A 30-Dec Monday 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Note:
- Students are seen by Certified Advisors on an open-advising and/or appointment basis. You are encouraged to plan ahead for your advising session to avoid an extended wait time.
- Last check in is 30 minutes before doors close
- Expect e-mail responses within 2 business days
- Check the Drop-in Advising Schedule for details
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December 26 - December 30, 2024
Thursday (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Friday (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Saturday (closed)
Sunday (closed)
Monday (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)January 2 - February 1, 2025
Monday (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Tuesday (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Wednesday (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Thursday (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Friday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Saturday (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)February 3 - March 9, 2025
Monday (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Tuesday (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Wednesday (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Thursday (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Friday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Saturday - 1st each month (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)Spring Break will begin on March 10 and end on March 16. The campus will have abbreviated hours for that week and return to standard business hours on March 17, 2025.
March 10 - March 16, 2025
Monday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tuesday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Wednesday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Thursday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Friday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Saturday (closed)
Sunday (closed)March 17 - May 11, 2025
Monday (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Tuesday (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Wednesday (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Thursday (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Friday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Saturday - 1st each month (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)(Check the Drop-in Advising Schedule for details)
Note: Students are seen by Certified Advisors on an open-advising and/or appointment basis. You are encouraged to plan ahead for your advising session to avoid an extended wait time.
* Last check in is 30 minutes before doors close
* Expect e-mail responses within 2 business days -
June 3 - July 27
Appointments (visit Nagivate for advisor availability)
Mon - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wed - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thu - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.On-campus Drop-ins
Tues - 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.Virtual Drop-ins
Tues - 9 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Fri - 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.(Check On-campus & Virtual Drop-in Advising schedules, in First-come First-serve Assistance, for details)
Note: Students are seen by Certified Advisors on an open-advising and/or appointment basis. You are encouraged to plan ahead for your advising session to avoid an extended wait time.
* Expect e-mail responses within 2 business days
Advising Schedule
Drop-in advising is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. When visiting the department without an appointment, you can expect extended wait times. We would like for you to have the best possible advising experience so, for your convenience, consider virtual drop-ins.
December 2 - December 7
On-campus Drop-ins
Tuesday (8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.)
Friday (11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
Saturday (9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
Virtual Drop-ins
Tuesday (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
Friday (1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
December 9 - December 14
On-campus Drop-ins
Monday (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Tuesday (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
Wednesday (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Thursday (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Friday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Saturday (closed)
Virtual Drop-ins
Tuesday (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
Friday (1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
December 16 - December 21
On-campus Drop-ins
Monday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tuesday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Wednesday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Thursday (closed)
Friday (closed)
Saturday (closed)
Virtual Drop-ins
Tuesday (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
Friday (closed)
Winter Break will begin on December 19 and end on January 1. The campus will have abbreviated hours on December 26, 27, and 30 and reopen for the spring semester on January 2, 2025.
December 26 - December 30, 2024
On-campus Drop-ins
Thursday (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Friday (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Saturday (closed)
Sunday (closed)
Monday (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Virtual Drop-ins
Thursday (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
Friday (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
Saturday (closed)
Sunday (closed)
Monday (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
*On-campus drop-ins are located in the Moody Learning Center (MLC) on the ground floor.
Drop-in Services:
- Receive brief (≤ 15 mins) advising guidance
- Get assistance with general questions
- Review Registration PIN tasks
- Identify resources to support your success in school
- Complete Change of Major and Change of Primary Institution requests
Appointments are available for students who have an assigned advisor. New SAC students are assigned an advisor by census day of their first semester on campus and can begin scheduling appointments after attending a general advising session. Visit "My Page" on ACES to view "My Advisor".
Note: Transient (visiting) students are able to meet with advisors through in-person and virtual (Zoom) drop-ins only.
To schedule a Zoom appointment with your assigned Certified Advisor:
- Log in to your ACES account & click on the “Start Here” tab
- Select the “Alamo NAVIGATE” icon
- Click “Login”
- Select the “Appointments” tab
- Select “Schedule an Appointment”
- Select the reason for your appointment and click Next
- Select the location and click Next
- Select the day and time that works for you and click Next
- Enter “Zoom Appointment” in the Notes box
- Review the selection and confirm your appointment
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