Academic Resources

Course Descriptions (Bulletin)

With so many options, how do you choose? Learn more about the many majors, minors and certificates offered at UGA to make the decision that is right for you.

Student Advising Guidance Expert (SAGE)

Student Advising and Guidance Expert (SAGE) is UGA’s advising software that allows students and advisors to schedule advising appointments online and provides advisors with various tools for tracking student success.

Registration (Athena)

Register for classes via Athena, UGA’s registration system.

Course Planning (DegreeWorks)

Plan your courses and look at your degree requirements via DegreeWorks, UGA’s course planning system.

Academic Honesty

The mission of the Office of Academic Honesty and Student Appeals is to serve the University of Georgia community, promote student learning and foster responsible scholarship.

Holistic Program Plans

A list of advisor-suggested activities, curated by major, to help students get involved, learn more about culture, focus on well-being, get career-ready and be a well-rounded student.

Academic Assistance

Raise Your Hand in SAGE

Need assistance? Click the link above to get started. We encourage you to be proactive in seeking help on our campus. We believe you can be successful! 

Peer Tutoring

The Office of Student Success and Achievement offers free tutoring for hundreds of UGA’s most challenging courses.

Academic Success at Georgia

Academic Success at Georgia provides online assistance for several key areas of academic success including time management, test prep, note-taking skills, and more.

Academic Coaching

Academic Coaching is an appointment-based program offering UGA students the opportunity to meet with certified and trained academic coaches to discuss their pathways to success.

Special Assistance (TRIO)

The Federal TRIO Programs (TRIO) are federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes eight programs targeted to serve and assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-baccalaureate programs. TRIO also includes a training program for directors and staff of TRIO projects.

Health and Well-Being

Disability Resource Center (DRC)

The Disability Resource Center coordinates and provides a variety of academic and support services to students with a disabilities. The types of disabilities commonly found among college students are both hidden and visible, such as chronic illness, anxiety, learning disabilities, and mobility impairments. If you are not sure if you qualify for services, just stop by the office or call the Disability Resource Center to speak with a coordinator:

  • 114 Clark Howell Hall
  • (706) 542-8719

Counseling (ASPIRE Clinic)

The ASPIRE Clinic is a unique resource that provides holistic counseling and education services to UGA and the Athens community. We offer an array of services that include individual, couple, and family therapy; financial counseling and education; home environment and design; nutrition counseling and education; and legal problem solving. For an appointment or more information about the ASPIRE Clinic, please call or email:

Health Promotion (University Health Center)

Health educators work in partnership with the clinician staff to help students learn about self-care and healthy lifestyles. By making an appointment with one of the health educators, you can talk to them about STIs, contraception, alcohol and other drugs, acquaintance rape issues, eating disorders, body image, nutrition, cholesterol and vegetarian eating. Contact Health Promotion at (706) 542-8690.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

CAPS offers short-term individual, group, and couples therapy, psychiatric evaluation and medication monitoring, psychological assessment, and makes referrals to campus and community resources when appropriate. CAPS is dedicated to offering services while having respect for others, a deep appreciation for diversity, and compassion for the people we serve. Contact us at (706) 542-2273.

Learn how to get advised

Are you undecided or wanting to make a major change? Learn more about the process for getting advised.

Get Advised