Students at UH Mānoa shall make satisfactory academic progress toward a degree and remain in good academic standing by maintaining a cumulative grade point average of 2.0. Falling below this threshold can result in academic probation, registration holds, loss of financial aid, and even dismissal from the university. If your GPA is at risk, it’s important to take action early and utilize campus resources for support.
Click the button below to learn more about academic actions and how to get back on track.
- To satisfy your Mandatory Advising requirement for this semester, you must meet with a MAC Advisor.
- Mandatory Advising begins on September 22, 2025.
- Appointments prior to September 22, 2025, will not fulfill Mandatory Advising.
- Holds will be activated on November 10, 2025. You must complete the option below to have your hold removed. If you complete your Mandatory Advising option before November 10, 2025, your hold will be removed before November 17, 2025. If you complete your Mandatory Advising option on or after November 10, 2025, it may take up to two business days for your hold to be released. Please plan accordingly.
How to Schedule An Appointment
- Schedule an appointment on STAR Balance. Make sure that you have “Manoa Advising Center” selected under “Academic Advising” on the left menu bar. When scheduling your appointment, select “Mandatory Advising” as your “Appointment Reason”.
- Attend your advising appointment.
A tutorial video on how to schedule an appointment through STAR Balance may be viewed here.