Smart Plan
Plan Your Courses. Track Your Progress. Graduate with Confidence.
Overview
Smart Plan is an academic planning tool designed to help students understand and organize their path to graduation.
The tool brings degree requirements, completed coursework, and future planning into one clear, structured view, allowing students to see how individual courses fit into their overall academic program.
By presenting courses in a semester-by-semester format, Smart Plan helps students anticipate upcoming requirements, balance credit loads, and identify potential prerequisite issues early.
Why Use Smart Plan?
- View required courses organized by future academic terms
- Understand prerequisites and course sequencing
- Adjust course timing while remaining degree-compliant
- Monitor progress toward graduation
- Prepare for academic advising appointments
Video Overview
Learn how Smart Plan supports academic planning:
Watch the Smart Plan Overview Video
Using Smart Plan
Smart Plan supports academic planning for undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs at SIUE.
The tool helps students understand degree requirements, recommended course sequencing, and progress toward completion.
Availability of planning features may vary by academic program, degree level, or student status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Smart Plan register me for classes?
No. Smart Plan is a planning tool only. Course registration must be completed through the official registration system.
Who can use Smart Plan?
Smart Plan is available to eligible SIUE students. Availability may vary by academic program or student status.
Does Smart Plan replace academic advising?
No. Smart Plan is intended to support advising discussions, not replace meetings with an academic advisor.
How often is Smart Plan updated?
Smart Plan reflects the most current academic information available in university systems.
What should I do if my Smart Plan appears incorrect?
If you notice missing courses or unexpected requirements, contact your academic advisor or the Registrar Service Center.
Does Smart Plan work for transfer students?
Smart Plan incorporates transfer credit that has been officially evaluated and posted to the student’s academic record.
Is Smart Plan available for graduate or professional programs?
Smart Plan supports academic planning for undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, though features may vary.
Contact Us
Office of the Registrar
Rendleman Hall, Room 1207
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Email: servicecenter@siue.edu
Phone: 618-650-3770
