Northern Illinois University
College of Visual and Performing Arts

For more information about undergraduate academic advising, please contact the advising office associated with the corresponding school of your program:

School of Art and Design
Jack Arends Hall/Visual Arts Building 216
(815) 753-1473

School of Music
Music Building 140
(815) 753-1551

School of Theatre and Dance
Stevens Building 228
(815) 753-1334

Helpful Links

First-year NIU Students – feeling at home at NIU and setting your plans

Catalog – ask your advisor for help with academic requirements and policies!

Degree paths – a helpful tool to be used with the catalog

GPA Calculator – figure your GPA and plan ahead

Campus Resources (.pdf) - useful information and contacts for services all over campus

Download/view CVPA Orientation information for new students