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
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Campus Services
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