Drop-In Advising

Drop-in advising is a quick way to speak with an ATLAS advisor. Advising occurs via phone or in person – check the drop-in schedule for details. Zoom is available upon request. Sign into the queue during drop-in hours to get started – view instructions below.

Drop-in Advising is intended for the following:

• Current Students with a Major/Minor in CLA or Exploring CLA Degree Options
• Quick Questions
• Class Schedule Assistance
• CLA Major Requests
• Graduation Checks

*Continuing and transfer students majoring in CLA, we encourage you to see your primary advisor for assistance.

Can’t access ATLAS Drop-in Advising? Give us a call during posted Drop-in hours: (562) 985-7804.

Drop-in Advising Instructions

During posted Drop-in Advising Hours:

1. Log into your Single Sign-On & click on the Beach Connect App
2. Click on the Get Assistance button
3. Click on View Drop-In Times link
4. Select the following options when prompted:
   • Type: Academic Advising
   • Service: Quick Question
   • Location: College of Liberal Arts Advising Center - ATLAS
5. Click Drop-in Online to join the queue
6. An advisor will call you via your preferred phone number on MyCSULB.Make sure your preferred phone number is up-to-date!

View the video guide for instructions on checking into Drop-In Advising via Beach Connect.

During posted Drop-in Advising Hours:

1. Visit our office in LA1-LO0102 (the building in front of the Library)
2. Check in at the front desk with your name and student ID number
3. Come prepared with your questions and/or a list of classes you’d like to take

Note: If you are ill, please select a virtual advising option instead