Admissions & Advising
Your path in the College of Arts + Architecture begins here. From applying to the university to navigating program-specific requirements, our advising teams are here to support you every step of the way.
Admission to all programs in the College of Arts + Architecture starts with applying to UNC Charlotte. Some academic units have additional admissions processes specific to their disciplines. Once you’re enrolled, CoA+A academic advisors serve as dedicated partners in your success, offering guidance on coursework, degree progress and academic opportunities. Learn more below!
University Admissions
Application to all programs in the College of Arts + Architecture first involves completion of an application to the University at either the undergraduate or graduate level. For basic information on University admissions, choose:
Find Your Home
Certain units within the CoA+A conduct admissions procedures with specific reference to the discipline: Architecture, Art & Art History, Music, Dance and Theatre.
Academic Advising
The CoA+A Academic Advising Program aims to foster an information-sharing and decision-making framework that encourages students to actively engage in their education. This involvement will help you achieve your educational, personal and career goals. Advising in CoA+A is a collaborative effort between students, professional advisors and faculty, promoting academic success and timely degree progression and connecting students with resources and opportunities.
With questions about your major, advising or registration, please email the appropriate academic advisor.
With questions about admissions, see the Admissions website. You may also email admissions@charlotte.edu, or call (704) 687-5507.
With questions about New Student Orientation, see the Orientation website. You may also email orientation@charlotte.edu, or call 704-687-5509.
With questions about financial aid, tuition, student accounts, etc., see the Niner Central website or contact them at ninercentral@charlotte.edu.
CoA+A Advising Team
For change-of-major, minor, and/or admissions questions about the CoA+A, please visit the appropriate department/school tab on our website. To contact our advising team directly, see below.
Megan Garner
Hannah Harrell
Courtney Mervine
Rachel Messer
Kirstin Sheldon