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Academic Advising Center
238 Buchanan Hall
(256) 372-5646
The Academic Advising Center in cooperation with academic advisors in the students’ major departments assists University College students in planning their schedules. They also assist undecided majors in determining their educational plans.
The specific objectives of the Academic Advising Center are as follows:
1. To assist students in developing educational programs which are consistent with their academic skills, interests, and career goals.
2. To help students become knowledgeable of the educational requirements, policies, procedures, and regulations of AAMU.
3. To assist students in minimizing academic frustrations by providing orientation to college life activities.
4. To aid students in the periodic evaluation of their progress toward achievement of educational goals.
5. To assist students in the completion of requirements for entry into degree-granting programs of their choice.
Students who declare majors and who do not have to take developmental courses are assigned to co-advisors in their major departments. All University College students are assigned an advisor from the Academic Advising Center until they exit University College.
Honors Center
Old Home Management House
(256) 372-5859
The Honors Program provides excellent academic advising as well as professional development and guidance for future educational and career advancement. To enhance the academic portion of the program, students are also responsible for completing fifty (50) hours of community service and attend three (3) cultural events each semester.
Through professional development seminars, fireside chats, and various methods of leadership training the Honors Program touches not only its members but also the community as a whole. It is the goal of the Honors Program to recruit, retain and restore the viability of Alabama A&M University. Selection is very rigorous in that admission is extended to those students who exhibit high scholastic achievement, an array of talents and have one goal in common: academic excellence. If you feel that you possess any of the aforementioned traits, we encourage you to apply for what is guaranteed to be one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences in your academic career.
Office of Retention & Academic Support (ORAS)
105 Buchanan Hall
(256) 372-5490
The Office of Retention & Academic Support (ORAS) is a multi-faceted, comprehensive department designed to facilitate and improve student success, retention, and graduation rates. Intrusive academic intervention is an integral part of ORAS, enhancing overall student academic and social development. We serve as "learning partners" for students in need of learning assistance. All retention initiatives are designed to assist students in becoming successfully acclimated to the university. We are located on the first floor (Rooms 101 -109) in Buchanan Hall. Our hours of operation are from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. After hours appointments are scheduled when students are unable to meet during regular hours. If you are interested in having one of our program specialists call you about developing an academic support plan then simply contact us by using any information from the Contact Us page.
Testing Services Center
200 Buchanan Hall
(256) 372-5645
The Testing Services Center serves as a central clearinghouse for student placement and assessment at AAMU. Systematic data profiles which indicate student trends are developed and disseminated to appropriate professional personnel to assist in academic advising, curriculum development, career education, and job placement.
Additionally, the Center administers agency tests as a service to AAMU and to the local constituency. Such tests include, but are not limited to, the FCTB, GED, LSAT, ACT, and CLEP. Registration packets are available for the MCAT, NTE, DAT, GMAT, GRE, TOEFL and other examinations. Information concerning tests, dates, and procedures can be obtained from the Testing Services Center, which is located in Room 200 Buchanan Hall.
TRIO/Special Programs
Upward Bound and Student Support Services
136 Buchanan Hall
(256) 372-5660
Upward Bound
The Upward Bound Program addresses the educational, personal, and social goals of eligible High School students while encouraging them to attend college upon completion of high school.
The program is designed to generate the skills and motivation necessary for success in education beyond high school. The program supports projects designed to increase high school graduation rates; increase competency in challenging subject matter, including English, mathematics, science, foreign language, and literature; encourage students to pursue programs that lead to careers in mathematics and science; and help gain parental participation in the social, emotional, and academic growth of program participants. The program is also designed to help students adequately prepare for post-secondary school by providing a variety of seminars and workshops. Cultural, social, and enrichment activities are also provided.
Student Support Services
The Student Support Services Program helps a target population of high-risk students make a smooth transition from high school to college. Services include academic advising, counseling, tutoring (peer, video, group, and professional), workshops and seminars, career exploration activities, assistance in securing financial assistance for post-secondary school and graduate/professional school, a home-away-from-home atmosphere, and a mentoring program. This program targets low income and first generation college students, as well as, students with disabilities.
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