First-Year Mandatory Advising (FMA)

Welcome to CLA’s First-Year Mandatory Advising (FMA)!

Last semester we prepared you by reviewing the tools you need to build a balanced schedule. This semester, you will have the opportunity to use those skills on your own to begin planning for Fall 2025.

As a second semester CLA First-Time, First-Year student, you will complete a personalized FMA experience to have your advising hold released and be able to register.

Follow the instructions below:

How Do I Get My Second Semester Mandatory Advising Hold Removed?

Review the information included in your CSULB email for details specific to YOU!

When Do I Register for Classes?

After your hold is removed, you will build your schedule and register on your own in April on your assigned registration date.

How do I Connect with an Advisor?

Once your hold is removed, attend Drop-In Advising to speak with an advisor during the week of your assigned registration date.

*Most First-Year students register the week of April 21st.

Major Changes

  • If you are a non-CLA first-year student interested in changing your major to CLA, you will need to meet with an ATLAS advisor during Drop-In Advising to get the process started. Visit our Drop-In Advising page for advising hours, modes (in person or virtual), and instructions.
    • If you are unable to sign into Drop-in Advising hours, please call our office at 562-985-7804.

  • If you no longer wish to pursue a CLA major, visit the Enrollment Services website to learn which Advising Center to contact for your First-Year Mandatory Advising requirement.

Have Questions?

If you have questions about the FMA process, please call our office (562-985-7804) or attend Drop-In Advising hours. ATLAS is happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have.

Submit Your Test & Transfer Credits

If you have not already submitted your test and transfer credits, send as soon as possible.

Schedule Building Tools

Utilize CSULB’s many services to receive academic assistance.