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.
Click Here For Scheduled Virtual Drop-in Services
Operating Hours
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September 2 - December 20, 2024
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.)Friday, October 25: Employee Development Day (Advising Offices Closed)
(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.
* Expect e-mail responses within 2 business days
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December 26 - 30, 2024
Thursday (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Friday (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Monday (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 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.
* Expect e-mail responses within 2 business days
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June 3 - July 27, 2024
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
Friday, October 25: Employee Development Day (Advising Offices Closed)
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.
September 2 - December 20 (Monday - Saturday)
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 - 1st each month (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.)
*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
Click Here For Scheduled Virtual Drop-in Services
Friday, October 25: Employee Development Day (Advising Offices Closed)
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
Contact Us
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Office Main Phone |
Dr. Fidel Bém |
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Advising Centers
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Business and Public Service (BPSI) |
Creative Communications and Art (CCAI) |
Empowerment Center |
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First Time in College (FTIC) |
Health and Bioscience (HBSI) |
High School Programs |
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Science and Technology (STEM) |
Veterans Affairs |
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