Division of Exploratory Studies

The Division of Exploratory Studies assists students with the process of exploring and declaring majors at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign by providing holistic, developmental academic advising. Exploratory Studies offers students the ability to connect with academic advisors who are committed to their success.

The Division of Exploratory Studies helps students:

Clarify their academic, personal, and career goals;
Identify their strengths, skills, interests, and values;
Understand the process of exploring majors at Illinois;
Identify the programs of study available at Illinois;
Understand specific programmatic and degree requirements;
Understand the Intercollegiate Transfer (ICT) process at Illinois;
Recognize the significance of and their responsibility in the academic advising relationship;
Learn about and connect with appropriate campus resources and services;
Learn about the educational opportunities available at the University of Illinois including undergraduate research, study abroad, tutoring, leadership development, involvement in student organizations, volunteer experiences, and connections with faculty.

Students may be enrolled in the Division of Exploratory Studies for up to four semesters before being required to declare a major in one of the undergraduate colleges at Illinois.

Please see the Division of Exploratory Studies website for more specific information about our services and support for students.