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Student Success
At CMU, your success is about more than what happens in the classroom. From academic support and career guidance to financial resources, health and wellness services, and opportunities to connect with the campus community, you have resources to help you navigate college and reach your goals.
At CMU, you’re not on your own. We’re here to help you succeed.
CSE Student Success Center
The College of Science and Engineering’s Student Success Center is here to help you find the support you need, whether you’re looking for academic assistance, exploring career opportunities, working through a challenge or simply figuring out your next step. Explore the resources below and discover the people and programs ready to support you along the way.
Success center appointments
We provide academic advising and success coaching to all CSE majors and minors. As a CMU Chippewa, you'll be assigned an academic advisor who will work with you from Orientation through Graduation.
We help with:
- Degree planning.
- Connecting with faculty.
- Career services.
- Finding tutoring services.
We meet with students in person, virtually, and by phone.
- Hours: M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment
- Prospective Students Email: cmichse@cmich.edu
- Current Students Email: stem@cmich.edu
Frequently asked questions
If I visit an academic advisor in the CSE Student Success Center, do I still have to see my faculty advisor?
Yes.
CSE Student Success Center academic advisors will help you with your major map but you will still need a faculty advisor to declare your major. Also, it is helpful to have a relationship with an expert in the field of your interest.
Can my parents talk to my academic advisor?
Advisors are limited about what information can be shared with parents due to federal laws.
What should I bring to my appointment with a Student Success Center academic advisor?
Come prepared by bringing a copy of your Bulletin and orientation documentation (for transfer students only). We recommend that you keep copies of all forms and documents for your records.
How often should I meet with an academic advisor?
You should meet with an academic advisor (either one in the CSE Student Success Center or your faculty advisor) at least once a semester to discuss your plans and to make sure you are on-track to graduate in a timely fashion.
How do I declare my major(s) and/or minor(s)?
You need to officially declare your major by the time you have 56 credit hours. You should contact your faculty advisor to schedule a time for filling out the online major form.
I have questions about majors or career options. Can an advisor in the CSE Student Success Center help me?
Yes! If you are undecided but are leaning towards a science- or technology-related career, we can help you find the right major and career path for you. Please come see us!
Can I get help from the CSE Student Success Center for post-graduate applications?
Absolutely. We can help you write your resume and prepare for interviews.
Student resources
Tutoring
Up to 3 hours of tutoring is available for most 100,200,and 300 level courses. Tutoring begins the second week of classes and ends the week before final exams.
Email tutor@cmich.edu for more information
CSE specific tutoring
Mathematics Tutoring
Mathematics Assistance Center at multiple locations
989-774-2290 mathac@cmich.edu
- Park Library 370 | Monday-Thursday | 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- Troutman Hall 002 | Sunday - Thursday | 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Online Tutoring | Monday - Thursday | 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- Online Tutoring | Sunday | 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Biology Tutoring
- Sunday - Thursday 6 - 8 p.m. outside Biosciences 1010
Engineering and Technology Tutoring
- Available upon request at the school office, ET 100
Physics walk-in Tutoring
- PHY 130, PHY 131, PHY 145, PHY 146
- In Dow 231A
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Sunday 6 - 9 p.m.
Computer Science/Information Tech tutoring
- In Pearce Hall 423
- Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Sunday 12 - 5 p.m.
PAC - Chemistry tutoring
- In Dow 369
- Monday 1 - 3 p.m.
- Tuesday 1 - 4 p.m.
- Wednesday 8 - 10 a.m.
- Thursday 1 - 3 p.m.
Geography and Environmental Studies Tutoring
- Available upon request at the department office, Dow 296
Supplemental Instruction
- Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a series of weekly peer-led review sessions for students taking historically difficulty courses at CMU. Each session is led by a leader, a student who previously excelled in the course. Attend the class to take notes and discuss important concepts.
- In Ronan 250
- 989-774-3465
Academic
- CSE Scholarships
- Pre-Medicine Pre-Health Professions Advising Center
- InSciTE Certificate
- Science and Engineering Residential College
- Student Organizations
- Academic advising
- Mathematics Assistance Center
- The Writing Center
- Presentation Skills Center
- Park Library
- Student Disability Services
- Registrar's Office
- Study Abroad
- Career Development Center
- Office of Student Conduct
- Office of Information Technology
- McNair Scholars Program
Health and wellness
- Counseling Center
- Student Health Resources
- Student Activity Center
- Campus Dining
- Student Food Pantry and Food Insecurity Resources
- Financial Wellness Collaborative
- Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Student Account Services and University Billing
- Mary Ellen Brandell Volunteer Center
- Student Disability Services
