Academic Advising
Welcome! We look forward to assisting you with your academic plans and general college navigation.
Advising Appointments begin August 30th.
Begin scheduling by selecting "Student Status" below.
Select Your Student Status To Begin Scheduling
New
New Students who have applied to Bucks, please follow these steps to begin your Bucks experience.
Current
Students who took a credit class at Bucks recently (within the past year).
Returning
Students who previously took a credit class at Bucks and are returning after a break (one year or longer).
Guest & Non-Degree
Students who wish to transfer Bucks courses to their primary institution should be advised by their own college or university.
Areas Below Advised By Contact Listed
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Studio Arts
Students in the following majors must contact Laura McGovern directly to schedule advising and/or attend Studio Art Virtual Walk-In sessions occurring August 16th:
Cinema Video Production, Fine Arts, Fine Woodworking, Graphic Design, Music, Multimedia & Digital Arts, and Photography.
Laura.McGovern@bucks.edu (215) 968-8088
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High School Students
Students who wish to take college courses while still in high school work with the Office of Admissions to plan and register for coursework. See bucks.edu/admissions/high-school-enrichment/ for more information and/or e-mail hsenrichment@bucks.edu with any questions you might have about this process.
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Paralegal & Technical Entrepreneurship
Students pursuing a Technical Entrepreneurship or Paralegal degree or certificate should contact the coordinator of that program, Prof. Heather Costello, for advising.
heather.costello@bucks.edu (215) 968-8283
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Culinary Arts
Students pursuing a degree or certificate in the Culinary Arts should contact the coordinator of that program, Chef John Angeline, for advising.
john.angeline@bucks.edu (215) 504-8541
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Fire Science
Students pursuing a degree or certificate in Fire Science should contact the director of that program, Rob Freese, for advising.
earl.freese@bucks.edu (215) 968-8190
Advising Events
VIRTUAL WALK-IN
See an Advisor & Register for September 11th Start Courses
Friday, Sept 8th from 9am-2pm
Attend the Virtual Session
REQUIREMENTS TO ATTEND:
- Submitted Bucks Application
- Access to your Bucks Email/Log In
- ALL Placement Tests Completed or Waived (email transcript to waivers@bucks.edu)
- Payment Ready (A must to remain registered passed midnight on day of registration)
- Potential Options include Financial Aid Award, Bucks Payment Plan, Credit Card, etc.
Additional Advising Services
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Summer and Fall Payment Resources
Here are some helpful handouts that provide Summer 2023 Payment and Fall 2023 Payment guidelines. If you have additional questions, please contact Student Accounts.
Student Accounts (215) 968-8035
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Academic Restart
Academic Restart is designed for students who attended Bucks County Community College in the past and compiled an unsuccessful academic record. The Academic Restart Program provides eligible students with an opportunity to redirect their academic goals or to renew their college careers. Go to Academic Restart for details.
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Advisor Change Request
If you wish to be seen by a different academic advisor than your currently assigned advisor, you may submit the Advisor Change Request Form for review. Some reasons for this request may include changing your major to a different academic department, advisor is not located at your specific Bucks campus location, and more.
Contact Information
Lower Bucks Newtown Upper Bucks Office Email / Appointment Times
Room 145
Room 60, Rollins Center (1st Floor)
North Building
Advising@bucks.edu
215-968-8031 (Main Advising Line)
215-968-8031 (Main Advising Line)
215-968-8031 (Main Advising Line)
Advising Appointment times vary by Advisor
267-685-4800 (LBC Front Desk)
Open M 8:30am-7:00pm / T-F 8:30am-4:30pm
215-258-7700 (UBC Front Desk)
New
New Students who have applied to Bucks, please follow these steps to begin your Bucks experience.
Current
Students who took a credit class at Bucks recently (within the past year).
Returning
Students who previously took a credit class at Bucks and are returning after a break (one year or longer).
Guest & Non-Degree
Students who wish to transfer Bucks courses to their primary institution should be advised by their own college or university.
Areas Below Advised By Contact Listed
-
Studio Arts
Students in the following majors must contact Laura McGovern directly to schedule advising and/or attend Studio Art Virtual Walk-In sessions occurring August 16th: Cinema Video Production, Fine Arts, Fine Woodworking, Graphic Design, Music, Multimedia & Digital Arts, and Photography.
Laura.McGovern@bucks.edu (215) 968-8088
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High School Students
Students who wish to take college courses while still in high school work with the Office of Admissions to plan and register for coursework. See bucks.edu/admissions/high-school-enrichment/ for more information and/or e-mail hsenrichment@bucks.edu with any questions you might have about this process.
-
Paralegal & Technical Entrepreneurship
Students pursuing a Technical Entrepreneurship or Paralegal degree or certificate should contact the coordinator of that program, Prof. Heather Costello, for advising.
heather.costello@bucks.edu (215) 968-8283
-
Culinary Arts
Students pursuing a degree or certificate in the Culinary Arts should contact the coordinator of that program, Chef John Angeline, for advising.
john.angeline@bucks.edu (215) 504-8541
-
Fire Science
Students pursuing a degree or certificate in Fire Science should contact the director of that program, Rob Freese, for advising.
earl.freese@bucks.edu (215) 968-8190
Advising Events
VIRTUAL WALK-IN
See an Advisor & Register for September 11th Start Courses
Friday, Sept 8th from 9am-2pm
Attend the Virtual Session
REQUIREMENTS TO ATTEND:
- Submitted Bucks Application
- Access to your Bucks Email/Log In
- ALL Placement Tests Completed or Waived (email transcript to waivers@bucks.edu)
- Payment Ready (A must to remain registered passed midnight on day of registration)
- Potential Options include Financial Aid Award, Bucks Payment Plan, Credit Card, etc.
Additional Advising Services
-
Summer and Fall Payment Resources
Here are some helpful handouts that provide Summer 2023 Payment and Fall 2023 Payment guidelines. If you have additional questions, please contact Student Accounts.
Student Accounts (215) 968-8035
-
Academic Restart
Academic Restart is designed for students who attended Bucks County Community College in the past and compiled an unsuccessful academic record. The Academic Restart Program provides eligible students with an opportunity to redirect their academic goals or to renew their college careers. Go to Academic Restart for details.
-
Advisor Change Request
If you wish to be seen by a different academic advisor than your currently assigned advisor, you may submit the Advisor Change Request Form for review. Some reasons for this request may include changing your major to a different academic department, advisor is not located at your specific Bucks campus location, and more.
Contact Information
| Lower Bucks | Newtown | Upper Bucks | Office Email / Appointment Times |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room 145 | Room 60, Rollins Center (1st Floor) | North Building | Advising@bucks.edu |
| 215-968-8031 (Main Advising Line) | 215-968-8031 (Main Advising Line) | 215-968-8031 (Main Advising Line) | Advising Appointment times vary by Advisor |
| 267-685-4800 (LBC Front Desk) | Open M 8:30am-7:00pm / T-F 8:30am-4:30pm | 215-258-7700 (UBC Front Desk) |