Explore Your Options
The Division of General Studies is the advising hub for University of Illinois students who wish to explore their options before declaring a major. We also serve students in transition between colleges or majors. The DGS student body comprises approximately 3,300 students—or nearly 11 percent of all Illinois undergraduates.
Whether you are a current DGS student, a prospective student or parent, or a high school guidance counselor, we encourage you to explore our website and learn about the exciting opportunities we bring to academic exploration.
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 June 5, 2009 Summer Registration is Under Way We just wrapped up our first week of freshman summer registration, and it's been a great start. Incoming DGS students are meeting with their academic advisors to discuss academic interests and craft their Fall semester schedules. We look forward to meeting with our roughly 1,700 incoming DGS students throughout summer and August registration. Have a safe trip to campus! Read more about the registration process on the New Student Programs website. |
 April 29, 2009 April Parents and Families Newsletter DGS Director Julian Parrott has penned the April newsletter, chock-full of helpful information for parents and family members of our students. Julian shares information about some happenings in DGS, registration for fall semester, and how to look into taking classes over summer. Read the newsletter... |
 April 14, 2009 Apply Yourself Workshop a Success! The Apply Yourself Workshop last Wednesday provided DGS students with practical ideas for building essays and resumes and crafting a plan, not only for declaring a major, but also as they move forward into internships, job shadowing, and an eventual career. Academic advisors and DGSociety members planned and coordinated the event. Some DGSociety students also shared their stories with those in attendance. Due to the overwhelming response, this event will be offered in both fall and spring semesters. Big thanks to Jenni Kotowski, academic advisor, for bringing all the pieces together! |
 March 4, 2009 DGS Text Alerts Now Available We are excited to announce a new communication service - DGS Text Alerts! Students, parents, and anyone else can sign up to receive text message reminders about important advising services or academic deadlines as they approach. To learn more about this service and how to join, read more... |