Meet with an Advisor In the School of Education

You may meet with any available advisor.

You will meet with an advisor at
Student Orientation Advising and Registration (SOAR)

Are you interested in becoming a School of Education student? Please use the form below.

Wheelchair accessible entrances are located on the east and north side of the building.

Need accommodations for your appointment?
Email: academicdeansupport@education.wisc.edu

Your major, degree requirements, course selection, and career ideas
Understanding your options for dropping/adding a course, withdrawing from the term, or changing to pass/fail
Referral to campus resources such as tutoring, counseling, advising for pre-health careers, getting involved with student organizations, or acquiring experience in your career interest area
Gaining experience such as studying abroad, working/volunteering and internships, or learning specific skills like a language, communication techniques, or leadership

Drop-in Advising

Fall 2025

Virtual and in-person options will be available when registration opens for Spring 2026 classes.

Drop-in meetings are:

For currently enrolled UW-Madison students
15 minute sessions for quick questions
Held virtually and in-person at our office 139 Education building (on Bascom Hill)

Check our Frequently Asked Questions. You may find the answer to your question there.

Quick questions include:

For questions like the ones below, please schedule a meeting with an academic advisor.

Four-year course planning
Switching majors or academic paths
General academic concerns
Personal concerns (University Health Services and Office of Student Assistance and Support may be also be helpful resources)