Advisor Script for Freshmen

Introduction/Congratulations

Hello, my name is ___________________________________, and I am an advisor from the University at Buffalo (UB). I would like to CONGRATULATE you on your acceptance to the University. I am also contacting you to discuss your intended major, and to register you for classes for the upcoming semester.

Course Selection Overview

Before I can advise you on the most appropriate courses for your first semester here at UB, there are a few items that we need to review. These include verification of:
Intended Major| Math Background | AP/CLEP/IB Credit | College Credit | Special Time Requirements

Verification of Intended Major

According to your Orientation Data Form, your intended major is _______________________. Is ______________________________ still the major that you would like to pursue at UB? Do you have any questions about this major? If student is not sure about the intended major, ask them about their interests. Explain that for registration purposes, an intended major is needed, but can be changed.
Intended Major Verified ________________________________________________________

Verification of Senior Class Schedule, especially MATH

I am reviewing your high school transcripts, and I see that you have taken ______ years of math. Did you take any math courses during your senior year? What grade did you/do you expect to receive?
Math Course/Grade Verified ___________________________________________________

Verification of AP/CLEP/IB Credit

Have you taken or will you be taking any AP, CLEP or IB exams?
AP Verified _________________________________________________________________
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IB Verified __________________________________________________________________
IF YES, inform student that official scores must be sent directly to UB Office of Admissions, 12 Capen Hall.

Verification of College Credit

Have you taken or will you be taking any college courses? College Courses Verified ______________________________________________________
IF YES, inform student that an official college transcript must be sent directly to UB (Office of Admissions 12 Capen Hall).

Special Time Requirements (Work Schedule, Commuting, etc.)

Do you have any special circumstances that will limit the times that you can take classes? For instance (work schedule, time to commute to campus).
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Explanation of Course Selection

Based upon your intended major, and the courses that you have taken in high school, I recommend that you take the following courses during the fall 2009 semester. Provide brief explanation of each course. Be sure to explain how students are placed into English and Math courses.

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Recommended Courses

Purpose

Credits

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Overview of the Registration Process

You will be registered for (repeat courses and inform students of total credit hours). Once you are registered for these courses, you will receive a copy of your schedule in the mail.

Wrap-Up

Do you have any further questions for me at this time? If you would like to contact me to further discuss your course schedule, I can be reached at __________________________________. If you call, and I am not available, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number, and reason for calling. You can also contact me via email at __________________________.

Comments

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