Academic Advising Center Graduation Roadmap

Freshman (0 – 29 credits) – Freshman Year Program

• Utilize technological and college resources: DegreeWorks, CUNYFirst, MEC student email, College’s website, tutoring, library, etc.
• Develop friendships & become involved on campus.
• Connect with one faculty or staff member who cares about your success.
• Plan your first 2 years of coursework, confirming and including any transfer courses that apply.
• 15-credits per semester to graduate on time: remain constant in registering for 15 credits each semester.
• Devote ample time to your coursework.

Sophomore (31 – 60 credits): Academic Advising Center

• Develop a relationship with Academic Advisor and a Faculty Mentor: communicate, visit the advising office, and remain engaged.
• Continue to utilize technological and college resources: DegreeWorks, CUNYFirst, MEC student email, College’s website, tutoring, library, etc.
• Seek early advisement and register early: prepare for advising by formulating questions. Registering early ensures the schedule that you want.
• 15-credits per semester to graduate on time: remain constant in registering for 15 credits each semester.
• Engage in student life activities: an excellent way to network and connect with your peers.
• Create your resume and begin to engage with the Career Management Office.
• Confirm your academic major. Know requirements and career options related to that major.
• Make a plan for completing your remaining degree requirements.
• Get involved in learning opportunities that are challenging and relevant to your goals and life.
• Have you completed an Associate’s degree (AS, AA, AAS)?

Junior (61 – 90 credits)

• Continue to engage with Academic Advisor and a Faculty Mentor: communicate, visit the advising office and remain engaged.
• Continue to utilize technological and college resources: DegreeWorks, CUNYFirst, MEC student email, College’s website, tutoring, library, etc.
• Continue to seek early advisement and register early: prepare for advising by formulating questions. Registering early ensures the schedule that you want.
• Continue to remain constant in registering for 15 credits each semester.
• Continue to engage in student life activities: great way to network and connect with your peers
• Continue to engage with the Career Management Office by attending workshops
• Expand your learning. Be a leader, volunteer, complete an internship, do a research project, etc.
• Develop your job or graduate school strategy.
• Update your academic plan as necessary.
• Have you completed an Associate’s degree (AS, AA, AAS)?

Senior (91 – 120 credits)

• Continue to engage with Academic Advisor and a Faculty Mentor: communicate, visit the office and remain engaged.
• Continue to utilize technological and college resources: DegreeWorks, CUNYFirst, MEC student email, College’s website, tutoring, library, etc.
• Continue to seek early advisement and register early: prepare for advising by formulating questions. Registering early ensures the schedule that you want.
• Continue to remain constant in registering for 15 credits each semester.
• Continue to engage in student life activities: a great way to network and connect with your peers.
• Continue to engage with the Career Management Office by attending workshops.
• Participate in an experience related to your field of study.
• Seek additional learning opportunities aligned with your post-graduation plans.
• Implement the job or graduate school strategy you developed during your junior year.
• Complete the Graduation Application.