Welcome to the Institute Advising Office!

We are dedicated to helping all RIT students explore and identify alternative majors/programs.  The Institute Advising Office provides sound, objective information about RIT's undergraduate programs.  We support all phases in the internal transfer process, from preliminary information-gathering to facilitating the actual transfer process.   

Are You Considering a Change of Program?

You probably have a lot of questions.  The Institute Advising Office works with students to help identify appropriate majors and careers. 

 The Institute Advising Office can offer students:

• Information about programs at RIT
• Help navigating a change of major/program at RIT
• Assistance with reapplication to RIT
• Information regarding a possible GPA Recalculation in a new major.

We make sure students are aware of services on campus, and often refer students to colleagues in other departments, such as RIT's career counselors. The Institute Advising Office also works closely with academic departments at RIT.  Students leave our office with a detailed checklist of contacts and resources to help ensure informed decision-making.

Would you Like to Schedule an Appointment?

If you are interested in exploring programs that may be better suited to your academic goals and career interests, the Institute Advising Office can help.

We realize your time is valuable, and encourage appointments so that you won't have to wait.  Set up an appointment with Lynne Mazadoorian or Colleen Manioci by calling the Institute Advising Office at 585. 475.7024, or emailing transfer@rit.edu. 

To request information, click on the Information Request Form, and submit your request.  We'll reply back to you within two business days. 

The Institute Advising Office is located in

Bausch & Lomb Building 77, Room A130.

How to Prepare for Your Meeting

If you decide to schedule an appointment, the following guidelines may help you to prepare:

• Be sure that you are knowledgeable about RIT majors.  Read the Undergraduate Bulletin to learn more about other majors and what their programs entail.  Ideally, you should be able to express your reasons for changing your major and discuss one or more majors of interest.
• Be prepared for your meeting.  Bring copies of any paperwork that you think will be helpful or relevant, such as career interest inventories or questionnaires that indicate your preferences.
• Please arrive on time; on your first appointment you will be asked to complete an Intake Form.  This information will be helpful during your meeting.