Academic Advising
You can expect your academic advisor to:
- prepare for your appointment
- advocate for your needs as a SAIT student
- listen to your concerns and empower you with information so you can take ownership of your student journey.
- treat you with respect.
Your academic advisor will expect you to:
- prepare for your appointment
- understand your program requirements and SAIT policies
- treat all staff with respect
- be willing to learn and take ownership of your educational journey
- update your program planner each semester to keep track of completed courses, complementary electives, and practicums
- keep track of important dates and deadlines each semester
- monitor your grades and academic progression
- check your SAIT email and mySAIT daily for campus announcements. Be an active and engaged learner — know what's going on at SAIT and take advantage of free resources such as study workshops and tutoring to help you succeed in your program.
Book an appointment
SAIT's academic advisors are always here to help! There are a ton of resources available—all you have to do is book an appointment, but before you do, read through the FAQs and resources listed below.
Academic Advising frequently asked questions
As many may know, sait.ca has a wealth of information to help you during your studies. However, we understand that information can be hard to find from time to time.
Below are links to some common questions that your advisor may or may not be able to help with.
- How do I pay my fees with student loans?
- How do I pay my fees with third-party funding (scholarships, Band funding, etc)?
- I’ve applied to my program at SAIT – now what do I do?
- How do I know which classes to take?
- Important Dates and Deadlines at SAIT
- How do I withdraw from a class at SAIT?
- How do I withdraw from my program at SAIT?
- I’ve been away from my program at SAIT and want to come back. What do I do?
- How do I apply for a SAIT transfer credit for courses taken at another institution?
- Where do I find my class schedule?
- How do I modify my registrations/class schedules?
SAIT Early Alert Program
Sometimes, you'll hit a bump in the road, but you are on the path to success in post-secondary. Whether the bump is academic, personal or just a feeling that something's off, SAIT has a community of support resources that can help.
Early Alert is a referral system that can take place anytime during your time at SAIT. It's a way for your instructors to connect you to the right support before little bumps in the road turn into something bigger.
This supportive process is designed to make sure you have all the tools necessary to be as successful as possible during your time at SAIT.
Students supported by an Early Alert system are also less likely to be on academic probation and more likely to improve their academic performance and overall well-being.
If you have questions about the program, contact us by email at early.alert@sait.ca.
Find your academic program advisor and book online
Whether you're enrolled in a degree, diploma, certificate, or apprenticeship program, we have a range of great program advisors to help you!
Book a meeting with your program advisor through the links below:
Academic ServicesIf an instructor, staff member, or even a friend notices that you may be struggling, they can fill out the Early Alert Referral Form.
You can also fill out the form yourself! Just leave the ‘referrer information’ section blank.
After a referral, you'll hear from academic advising by email with some common resources and an invitation to book in with an advisor. If we don't hear from you, we'll try contacting you by phone if that is a better way to get a hold of you!
The appointment is your time to talk and ask questions. We'll listen and connect you to the right resources. After we meet, we'll email you a list of the resources we discussed and any additional information we think might be useful. We'll check in to ensure you have all the support you need.
Early Alert is entirely confidential and governed by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP). Referrals will never negatively impact your academic record or show on your transcripts.
Student Life
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SAIT is located on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of Treaty 7 which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Îyârhe Nakoda of Bearspaw, Chiniki and Goodstoney.
We are situated in an area the Blackfoot tribes traditionally called Moh’kinsstis, where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. We now call it the city of Calgary, which is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3.