College of Engineering

I am an incoming first-year or transfer student, who’s my academic advisor?

You will be assigned an academic advisor during summer 2025. You can expect to receive an email in mid-to-late May with guidance and information about when and how to register for fall 2025 classes. Registration for fall 2025 classes will open for transfer students on Tues. June 17, 2025 and will open for first-years on Tues. June 24, 2025. To learn more, visit ENG Undergraduate Programs Office.

I am currently enrolled in classes at BU, who’s my academic advisor?

Your academic advisor’s name is available on the MyBU Student Portal under the “Academic Advising” link in “Academics.”

Who advises on degree and major requirements?

All students are assigned a faculty advisor upon entering the College of Engineering. The faculty advisor plays a central role in guiding the student’s academic program, assisting in course selection and providing guidance and counseling on all academic matters. Students are required to meet regularly with their faculty advisors to ensure timely progress toward degree completion. The Undergraduate Programs Office is also able to advise students on fulfilling Hub requirements. You can reach the Undergraduate Programs Office by scheduling an appointment with an advisor via Handshake, emailing engineering@bu.edu, or calling 617-353-6447.

Who advises on Hub requirements?

A student’s faculty advisor advises students on meeting Hub requirements. The Undergraduate Programs Office is also able to advise students on fulfilling Hub requirements. You can reach the Undergraduate Programs Office by scheduling an appointment with an advisor via Handshake, emailing engineering@bu.edu, or calling 617-353-6447.

How do I get in touch with ENG Undergraduate Programs?

Advisors will be available both in-person or remotely via Zoom, and you can make an advising appointment via Handshake. You can reach the office by phone at 617-353-6447, Monday to Friday from 9 to 5. For quick questions, email your advisor directly or email engineering@bu.edu.

How do I make an appointment with my advisor?

Schedule an appointment with an academic counselor in the Undergraduate Programs Office through Handshake.

How do I change majors within ENG?

A student interested in changing majors within ENG should meet with their faculty advisor to discuss the best steps to take in this process.

How do I apply for an Intra-University Transfer (IUT) into ENG?

For policies regarding IUT into ENG, please consult the Boston University Bulletin. Students interested in transferring into ENG should contact the College of Engineering Undergraduate Programs Office by calling 617-353-6447, emailing engineering@bu.edu, or scheduling an appointment with an advisor via Handshake.

Who supports first-year students?

In addition to all of the faculty, advisors in the schools and colleges, residence life staff, and other students services staff across campus, BU has a team of Assistant Directors of First-Year Student Success (AD) whose sole purpose is to support first-year students as they transition to college. Amanda Zinck is the AD for first-years who start at the College of Engineering – you can find their name on your MyBU Student Portal under “Academic Advisors.” ADs provide guidance on a broad range of topics and help first-year students connect with the BU community – you should feel free to reach out to them with any and all questions!

If I have a question about a specific topic, where do I go?

Often you will have more than one possible source of information about a specific topic. And sometimes, if the topic is complex, you will be encouraged to consult with multiple people. The chart below gives you a starting place for common advising topics.