Academic advisement, career guidance, cyber-counseling, and personal counseling related to academic success are provided. Counseling services are provided according to the needs of each student as described in the following web pages:

Academic Counseling
Career Counseling
Transfer Counseling
Personal Counseling
Additional Counseling Services and Programs

Academic advisement is available to students seeking assistance with scheduling or clarification of requirements for certificates, graduation or transfer.  Inasmuch as careful course selection is a key to a successful college experience and is subject to change, it is wise for students to consult with a counselor each semester.

In order to make an appointment, you need to apply to Palomar College first to obtain an ID number.  Ideally, you want to complete your assessment for math and English before meeting with a counselor.

Due to the high volume of students we are currently serving, our soonest available appointments are fifteen days in advance of your request.  You can schedule an appointment year round with a counselor by calling the San Marcos Counseling Center at (760) 891-7511 or by calling the Escondido Counseling Center at (760) 744-1150 x8157.

Schedule a 45 minute appointment at this time with a counselor.  Students are not assigned specific counselors.

How to be prepared for your appointment:
Be prepared to talk about your academic goals (major, degree/certificate objective) and/or career objectives, even if you are unsure about what those goals may be.  Also, make sure to bring the following to your appointment:

• A list of questions to ask
• Copies of transcripts from other colleges, AP or IB scores
• Paperwork from previous appointments such as educational plan, PCC transcripts, general education checklists and any additional research.

Schedule your appointment early to avoid the rush.  Waiting the week before classes start is generally not a good idea because it will be late in the registration process, classes will be full, and appointments will be booked 3 weeks out.

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Counseling appointments can be made at the following locations:

San Marcos Campus - Student Services Center                      

1140 West Mission Road
San Marcos, CA

Monday - Thursday:  7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Phone: (760) 891-7511
Main Campus Map

Escondido Center - Student Services

1951 East Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA

Monday, Thursday:  9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Phone:  (760) 744-1150 x8157
Escondido Campus Map

Camp Pendleton - Joint Education Center

Bldg. 1331
Camp Pendleton, CA 92055

By Appointment
(760) 725-6626
Google Map

Students are not assigned a counselor in General Counseling. Students can set up appointments with the first available counselor or they may request a specific counselor. For counseling contact information, go to our Contacts web page.