Academic, Career & Personal Development

We are dedicated to the success of our students! The Columbia College Counseling Department is committed to student success by empowering and  guiding students  in navigating their personal, academic, and career goals.

Connect with a Counselor
Drop In Services			Counseling Appointments
Do you have a quick question that needs a quick answer? We are here for you! Drop-In counseling is available at various times throughout the summer. Call 209.588.5109 for specific times.			We offer 30-60 minute scheduled appointments online, over the phone as well as in-person availability Monday - Thursday. To schedule, call or stop by the Counseling office, and current students can also schedule through the online Starfish Service Calendar.
Would a drop-in or appointment work best for you? Check out our Appointment page!
*NOTE: Starfish requires an active student email log-in. Call us at 209-588-5109 or visit the Counseling desk if you need assistance.

With a Counselor, you can:

• Develop your educational plan to get you on track and keep you on track (Starfish)
• Plan your first or next semester courses
• Receive help with preparing to transfer to a four-year college
• Research careers related to specific certificates and degrees
• Learn strategies, techniques, and specific campus resources to help you succeed
• Receive assistance filling out petitions like graduation, transcript evaluation, academic renewal or course substitution requests
• Work with personal concerns that impact your college career

Schedule an appointment or drop in with a counselor to see how we can help! Also, be sure to explore our  Special Programs  to learn if you qualify for additional support and counseling services:

• DSPS : Disabled Student Programs & Services
• Dream Resource Center: supports all undocumented and California Dream Act eligible students
• EOPS & CARE: Extended Opportunity Program & Services and Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education
• TRIO SSS & MEOC: Student Support Services for Transfer and Degree Completion
• CalWORKS: California Work Opportunities and Responsibilities to Kids
• Veterans Benefits & Services for Veteran's and their dependents

 Additional Resources:

• Interest Areas & Programs of Study  - Find a path at Columbia College to reach your educational and career goals
• Now What? You met with a Counselor and have a plan...find out what's next! 
• Priority Registration  - How to get and keep a good date to register early for your classes
• How to Transfer  - Learn about options to transfer to a four-year university
• Graduation Preparation  - Important dates and information about graduation to ensure you’re on the right track to completing your degree or certificate 
• Career & Job Exploration - Take a career assessment, explore careers, attend career fairs and interest sessions, job application assistance and more
• Academic Probation & Dismissal   – Received an academic status notice but want to stay in school.
• Academic Renewal: Requirements and Filing a Petition    - Qualify to remove classes with poor grades from GPA.
• Personal Counseling - Our licensed Mental Health professional provides registered students help with personal issues and concerns.