For questions about the QMSS minor program or requirements, QMSS core courses or electives, software or technical issues with analytical tools, internships and career options, or anything related to being a student here at U-M, we have several advising options for you! Read on to find out more about meeting with QMSS Peer Mentors and Faculty or Staff Advisors!
Scroll down for a list of common advising topics & frequently asked questions!
Important registration information regarding QMSS 451 for Fall 2025:
- If you plan to take QMSS 451 next semester, in Fall 2025, please complete this form!
- If you have previously filled this out, you will need to do so again as the days and times of QMSS 451 sections are updated!
- If you are a senior that needs to take QMSS 451 in order to graduate in December 2025, you must fill out the form to guarantee a seat.
- Registration for QMSS 451 is restricted for declared QMSS minors and done by departmental permission only. This means you will not be able to register for 451 during your registration appointment yourself -- you will need to be issued a course permission by the QMSS Program Manager, Caitlin Posillico.
- All permissions for QMSS 451 will be sent on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
- If you still need to declare your minor, sign up for an advising appointment ASAP here: QMSS Advising Appointment System.
- We are currently offering 1 section of QMSS 451 for Fall 2025 (click here for a link to the LSA Course Guide page for QMSS 451):
- Monday/Wednesday 2:30-4pm
- The form will ask that you confirm your availability for the section we are offering.
- We currently cannot guarantee that everyone that requests a permission for QMSS 451 in Fall 2025 will receive one based on demand and enrollment capacities for the course. If we see that demand exceeds enrollment capacity, we will create an internal waitlist and notify you if you are placed on it on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. We currently plan to offer at least 2 sections of QMSS 451 during the Winter 2026 semester to accommodate students graduating at the end of the Winter or Spring/Summer 2026 term.
- Reach out to the QMSS Program Manager & Advisor, Caitlin Posillico, at qmss.program@umich.edu for questions about QMSS 451.
QMSS Staff & Faculty Advisors
QMSS staff & faculty advisors are excited to meet prospective and current QMSS students for a variety of reasons!
Staff and faculty advisors can help with:
- Declaring the QMSS minor. Complete the QMSS Declaration Form & schedule an appointment with an advisor to get declared now!
- Exploring your interests in quantitative methods, data science, statistics, and/or applied technical skills & finding courses or programs that best fit those (including those outside of QMSS).
- Exploring QMSS core courses and electives, even if you are not a declared QMSS student.
- Creating a multi-semester plan for taking QMSS courses relative to your major(s) and other minor(s) coursework, study abroad plans, and graduation goals.
- Getting your minor release in preparation for graduation.
- Exploring internship or career options.
- Connecting you with QMSS Peer Mentors, faculty, GSIs, and other University resources as needed.
- So much more! Please see below for a list of common advising topics & frequently asked questions.
QMSS Peer Mentors
QMSS Peer Mentors are leaders in the QMSS Program and have already completed (or are currently completing) their core coursework and electives for the QMSS minor. They come from a wide range of majors and other minors here at U-M, and they are ready and able to answer any questions you may have!
QMSS Peer Mentors are ready and able to offer their advice about:
- QMSS core courses (QMSS 201 and QMSS 301), including what you'll learn, how to manage the workload, how to get extra help, and when to take the courses relative to other degree requirements.
- QMSS electives, including what they know or have heard about elective options, which classes they recommend, and when to take the courses relative to the QMSS core courses or other degree requirements.
- The potential benefits (or drawbacks) of taking QMSS courses and/or pursuing the QMSS minor based on your interests, major(s), other minor(s), and/or future career or graduate school interests.
- So much more!
QMSS Peer Mentors are available during QMSS Community Hours (open to all students), and they are now offering both virtual and in-person drop-in hours - no need to make an appointment!
If you need to schedule a meeting with anyone outside of the hours below (or to meet with someone via Zoom instead of in-person), please reach out to them at qmss-peermentors@umich.edu!