Contact Advisors

Students

Use the Virtual Advising Center (VAC.ucsd.edu → Ask a Question) to contact your department and College advisors.

To meet with an advisor, log in to the VAC → Meet with Advisor tab or visit the unit's website to check for advisor availability. Visit our VAC webpage for how to use this important tool.

No VAC access?

New students, visiting students, and prospective students can reach academic advisors via email. Use the College Advisors List and Department/ Program Advisors List to find a specific unit. 

Campus Partners

Use the College Advisors List and Department/ Program Advisors List to find a specific advisor. You can also request access to the Academic Advising Staff Directory for internal business use only.

Families

Students should contact their academic advisors directly. Please see our Guidance for Families for tips about how to connect with support.