The Office of Academic Advising and Retention supports, complements, and contributes to the principal mission of Francis Marion University, which is the effective teaching and learning of the students. The office serves students with a wide range of preparations and abilities by developing specialized programs and support services to ensure academic success and academic advising. Each student is assigned an educational/academic adviser who assists in the planning and completing of the student's academic program. Both the student and the adviser follow the Policy on Educational Advising, a copy of which is available in the Office of Academic Advising and Retention. Although each student is responsible for the proper completion of his/her academic program, he/she is encouraged to confer with his/her adviser throughout the year. Administration of the educational/academic advising program is the responsibility of the Office of Academic Advising and Retention in concert with the Provost's Office. Other programs administered by this office include orientation, tutoring, the Comprehensive Achievement Program and Freshman Seminar.

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