Academic Advising

Graduate Academic Advising

Graduate Academic Services and Advising

The Graduate Academic Services Office offers academic advising for Masters degree seeking Business students via in-person, phone, and virtual appointments. 

NOTE: Academic Advising is mandatory for all first-semester, graduate business students.

Graduate Academic Advising is located in SB Hall, Suite 100. Campus Map. 

Fall 2026 Important Dates:

Academic Advising Begins March 9, 2026
Registration Opens April 2, 2026
Tuition Due Date See Bursar's office website
Fall Classes Begin August 24, 2026
Last Day to Add or Drop a Class September 4, 2026
December Graduation Application Deadline September 18, 2026
Last Day to Withdraw October 18, 2026 (Week 8)

Spring 2027 Important Dates

Academic Advising Begins October 14, 2026
Registration Opens November 14, 2026
Tuition Due Date See Bursar's office website
Spring Classes Begin January 19, 2027
Last Day to Add or Drop a Class January 29, 2027
May Graduation Application Deadline February 19, 2027
Last Day to Withdraw March 14, 2027 (Week 8)

 

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Benefits of Academic Advising

Academic Advisors are available by appointment to assist new and continuing students in their academic journey. Advisors are assigned by student last name.

First semester students are required to meet with an advisor for approval to register. Continuing students are encouraged to meet regularly with their assigned advisor to receive guidance and support in the following areas.

  • Academic Progress
  • Graduation Pre-Audit
  • Program Change
  • Registration Advising
  • Program Plan Updates
  • Resource Request

 

Schedule An Advising Appointment

Markelle Torres

Markelle Torres

College of Business Masters and  4 + 1 Gupta Students

Last Names A - J

Office Hours:

Tuesday - Friday, 9am - 4pm

Monday Appointments Available - Virtual Only!

SB Hall - Room 120

Phone: 972-265-5882

Email: mtorres2@udallas.edu

 

James Ricciardi

James Ricciardi 

College of Business Masters and  4 + 1 Gupta Students

Last Names K - Z

Office Hours:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9am - 4pm

Tuesday Appointments Available - Virtual Only!

SB Hall - Room 118

Phone: 972-721-5198

Email: jricciardi@udallas.edu

 

 
*For general questions, please contact cobgradadvise@udallas.edu or call 972-721-5004 and the next available advisor will be in touch with you.