At times listed on our calendar (scroll down to view) we will have Counselors/Peer Advisors available via Zotchat hours.
Zot Chat is intended for quick questions. We recommend using Zot Chat if your question is not going to last longer than 10 minutes. Examples include:
- Graduation Check/Final Degree Check
- Course authorization
- Degreeworks Update
- Course Offerings- check teaching plan
- Change of major
- Adding a minor
CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT/USER AGREEMENT
BY PARTICIPATING IN CHAT THE USER AGREES WITH THE FOLLOWING TERMS:
UCINetID is required to participate in chat.
All responses to academic and peer advisors are considered part of a student’s official academic record.
Your information will not be shared with any non-UCI entities.
Any violation of University policies regarding inappropriate communication, sexual harassment, or violent language will be reported to the Office of Student Conduct and/or the UCI Police Department.
By using ZotChat you are confirming your identity associated with your UCINetID and you agree to the terms listed above. The School of Engineering is not responsible for uncertain identity.
| Advising Style | Duration | When | Time | With Who |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-Person Advising | (15 minutes) | Week 1, 8, 9 | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9-11:45am 1:30-4pm Wednesday 10:30-11:45am 2-4pm | All Academic Counselors will be available to help you! |
| In-Person Advising Walk-ins REC 305 (3rd Floor) | (15 minutes) | Weeks 2-7 and Week 10 | Tuesday 1:30-4pm Wednesday 9-11:45am | All Academic Counselors will be available to help you! |
| Zotchat | (15 minutes) | All Quarter | Friday 9-11:45am | Peer Academic Advisors and Academic Advisors |
| Virtual Zoom Academic Academic Advising | (15 minutes) | All Quarter | Friday 9-11:45am | Peer Academic Advisors and Academic Advisors |
| Scheduled Appointments | (30 minutes) | Weeks 2-7 and Week 10 | Monday-Friday 9-11:45am 1:30-4pm | Peer Academic Advisors and Academic Advisors |
| N/A | Response 3-5 business days | Response during office hours 8:30 am-12 pm 1-4 pm | Peer Academic Advisors and Academic Advisors |