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.

During high volume periods (registration times), group counseling sessions may also be available for new students only.  Individual appointments are recommended for follow up during the 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 typically 7-14 days in advance of your request.  You can schedule a 45 minute appointment year round with a counselor by calling the San Marcos Counseling Center at (760) 891-7511, the Escondido Counseling Center at (760) 744-1150 x8157, or Camp Pendelton at (760) 725-6626.  Appointments can also be made in person at the front desk.  Come in before 10:00 am to obtain an appointment.

If you can not make your appointment, please inform the front desk or call to cancel in order to avoid a "no show."   If you have three no show's, you will need to meet with the Department Chair before making another appointment with a counselor.

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 1 week out.

**Camp Pendleton Students:  New students are required to attend an orientation typically held on Tuesday at 12:00 pm.  Once the orientation is completed, an individual appointment can be made.

**Escondido Center will be closed for Summer 2013.

Check the Location and Hours page for General Counseling appointments. 

Counselors are also available for specific populations throug the Escondido TLC, STEM Center, DRC, EOPS, TRIO, CalWORKs, Finanical Aid, Veteran Services, and Athletics.