Pre-Graduate/Law Advising Appointments

Why make an advising appointment?

Discuss your graduate school plans with an advisor. Whether you have just started exploring your options, are currently applying to programs, or choosing between admission offers, we welcome your questions. Are you concerned about how the COVID-19 crisis will impact the upcoming grad school application cycle? Make an appointment to discuss these things and more!

What topics can I cover in an appointment?

We’re here to support you. You’re welcome to bring questions about:

  • Program selection and fit/compatibility,
  • Application strategies and timelines,
  • Personal statements and other materials,
  • Funding and financial aid,
  • Navigating decisions and next steps.

Where can I get essay support for grad or law school applications?

Both students and alumni can book an appointment with one of our Pre-Graduate or Pre-Law Advisors to ask questions or receive feedback on application essays—including personal statements, statements of purpose, and personal history statements. 

Current students may also access additional support through our Writing Team, either by meeting with a Writing Specialist or Tutor or using their asynchronous feedback services.

Who can make an appointment?

Current UC Davis students and UC Davis alumni are welcome to schedule an advising appointment indefinitely.

How to make an appointment?

Current UC Davis students and UC Davis alumni are welcome to schedule an advising appointment indefinitely.

Current Students

You can schedule an appointment through the Academic Advising Appointment System:

If you do not see a time that works for you, please reply with:

  • Your Student ID (SID)
  • A contact phone number
  • 2–3 preferred dates and times over the next 2–3 weeks
  • Optional: Questions or topics for the advisor

We will do our best to arrange a separate appointment.

Alumni 

To schedule an appointment as an alumnus,  please email pregradadvising@ucdavis.edu. Since you no longer have access to the appointment system, please reply with:

  • Your Student ID (SID)
  • Preferred email (if different from your UC Davis email)
  • A contact phone number
  • 2–3 preferred dates and times over the next 2–3 weeks
  • Optional: Questions or topics for the advisor

Someone from our office will follow up to schedule an appointment.

Do you host drop-in hours?

Yes! You are welcome to drop in for a 15-minute session to receive additional support from a pre-graduate advisor. Please check for the current schedule and details about quarterly drop-in sessions below. 

Fall 2025 Hours: