The Academic Advising, Retention & Completion Office (AARC) works to ensure that informed, effective, and easily accessible academic advising, which addresses individual needs and interests, is available to every undergraduate student at Towson University.
The Academic Advising, Retention & Completion (AARC) Office at Towson University ensures that all undergraduate students have access to informed and effective academic advising tailored to their individual needs. AARC proactively supports students in transition, such as new and reenrolling students, students deciding on or changing majors, and students facing academic challenges, by providing guidance to enhance their success, retention, and timely degree completion.
In collaboration with faculty advisors, academic departments, colleges, and campus partners, AARC strengthens advising practice across the university by providing training/professional development, resources, and support. Through these partnerships, AARC advances a coordinated, data informed, student-centered advising model that promotes consistency, equity, and shared responsibility for student success.
AARC envisions an academic advising experience where every undergraduate student receives the guidance, support, and resources needed to navigate their educational journey with confidence. Through proactive and personalized advising, we strive to empower students to persist, succeed, and graduate in a timely manner with a degree that aligns with their professional and personal aspirations. Our commitment is to create a welcoming and inclusive advising culture that enhances retention, fosters self-advocacy, promotes academic achievement, and ensures every graduate is equipped for success.
Accountability - We share responsibility for student success by setting clear expectations, following through on commitments, and using data to guide advising decisions that support academic progress and timely degree completion.
Accessibility - We are committed to making advising approachable, inclusive, and responsive by reducing barriers and ensuring all students can access the guidance and resources they need to navigate the university with confidence.
Resourcefulness - We leverage institutional knowledge, campus partnerships, and data-informed strategies to help students identify options, solve problems, and make informed academic decisions.
Caring - We create a supportive advising environment grounded in empathy, respect, and trust, approaching each interaction with genuine concern for students’ experiences while encouraging growth and self-advocacy.
Regardless of where you are in your academic journey at TU, our center is here to support you with our team of dedicated professional staff and student advisors. Our website highlights:
Please check your Student Dashboard. If you see “Advisor Not Specified,” please contact the department of your major and request an advisor.
If you've earned 45 credits or more, you must complete a Degree Completion Plan.
For questions and concerns, feel free to visit us during our office hours, or email us at advising AT_TOWSON. We look forward to meeting with you.
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.