NRES - All Aboard

Before your advising appointment, please complete the following:

• Submit prior college credit (AP, dual credit, transfer coursework) — official transcripts/scores must be on file.
• Complete math placement using test scores or a required placement exam, if applicable.
• Confirm your major and notify your advisor if you plan to change it.
• Prepare to share commitments (learning communities, honors/scholar programs, band, ROTC, varsity athletics, etc.).
• Consider accessibility needs and whether you’d like support from the Disability Resource Center.
• Complete required onboarding steps (orientation modules, student forms) before scheduling your appointment.

Once you have completed Purdue 101, you will receive an email to schedule a one-on-one virtual meeting with me via Zoom.

You will receive an email that takes you to BoilerConnect, which will help you schedule your appointment with me, your advisor.

You will not have a better chance at getting into classes if you meet with me sooner. In fact, all new students need to submit their Fall 2026 CRF (Course Request Form) by July 14, 2026. It does not matter when that form is submitted before July 14; the submission date does not affect a student’s chance at getting into certain courses. The system will look at everyone’s forms after July 14 and will then create a schedule for each student.  You can see FAQs about the CRF here.   

I can certainly explain more about the CRF during our Zoom appointment, and I will fill out the CRF for you during our appointment. At the end of our appointment, I will walk you through the process of submitting your CRF. I encourage you to find a quiet and private space for our Zoom appointment. Advising appointments are intended to be between the student and advisor; parents/guardians/family members are welcome to join at the end of the appointment to ask questions.

1. Where can I find information about textbooks at Purdue University?
   You can review the Purdue University Textbooks handout, which provides helpful information about how to access and purchase your course materials.
2. Is there a guide that explains how textbooks work at Purdue?
   Yes! The Purdue Textbooks handout outlines everything you need to know, including where to find required materials and tips for saving money.
3. What is the NRES Student Ambassador Blog?
   The NRES Student Ambassador Blog is a resource where current students share their experiences, insights, and tips about academics and student life at Purdue.
4. How can I learn more about student life at Purdue through NRES?
   You can explore the NRES Student Ambassador Blog to read firsthand stories and advice from students about life at Purdue University.
5. What is the Civics Literacy requirement at Purdue?
   The Civics Literacy requirement is a graduation requirement that ensures all students have a basic understanding of U.S. government, history, and civic engagement.
6. Do all Purdue students have to complete the Civics Literacy requirement?
   Yes, all Purdue students must fulfill this requirement before they can graduate.
7. Where can I find more details about the Civics Literacy requirement?
   You can learn more about the Civics Literacy requirement by visiting the official Purdue webpage dedicated to this requirement.