IV. Advising Services

The Office of Graduate Studies offers assistance to and advocacy for graduate students as well as coordinating the academic and support services for all graduate students. If you have questions about advising, you can always come to the Graduate Studies Office. If we can’t answer your question, we can assist you in finding the appropriate resource.

Primary academic advising for each program of study will be made available to students through their program office. Academic advising is shared by the program coordinators, the faculty advisers, and staff members as appropriate. For further information, contact the program in which you have enrolled.

Additional advising for international students is available through the International Student Services Office. Trained counselors can help you with immigration, employment, and social questions, as well as dietary concerns. The International Student Services Office is located on the mezzanine level of the Student Alumni Union, in office 2330. Phone: (585) 475-6943.

The Office of the Ombudsman is on campus and available for any member of the RIT community seeking assistance with conflict management and conflict resolution. If you feel the normal channels of advising are not responding to your need, visit the office, located in the RITtreat, or call (585) 475-7200.

The Academic Support Center offers a broad range of support beginning with academic assessment. It follows up with math, physics, and writing tutoring as well as instruction on study skills and time management. The office is located on the second floor of Bldg. 15, above the Digital Den. Phone: (585) 475-6682.

The Disability Services Office provides students with disabilities equal access to programs, services, and physical facilities at RIT. They assist students to build an environment where they feel welcomed, valued, and respected. The office will assist in the documentation and assessment process, and then facilitate the accommodations recommended. The office is located in the George Eastman Building, Suite 2340. (585) 475-6988 (v/tty).

Finally, as you begin to plan your graduation from RIT, you will want to become familiar with the Office of Cooperative Education and Career Services. It provides services to current students as well as alumni in seeking co-ops, if they are a part of your program. But equally important, it offers a range of services if you are seeking employment after graduation. Those services include materials and workshops related to resume building, interviewing, and job search strategies. It also provides a job posting service through RIT Job Zone. The office is located on the main floor of the Bausch & Lomb Center (Bldg. 77). Phone: (585) 475-2301; (585) 475-6905 (tty).