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The Counseling Department offers
appointments in-person and virtually. 

Schedule An Appointment

Prep For Your Appointment

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Wondering what to do in preparation
for your upcoming appointment?

Prepare for your Appointment

What Classes Do I Take?

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Meet with a counselor to create an education plan and learn about what classes to take.

What Classes Do I Take?

Palomar College Counseling Department

Mission

The Counseling Department’s mission is to support and encourage students to reach their potential and achieve their academic, career, and personal goals. Students receive comprehensive and effective academic, personal, and career counseling services including developing education plans and delivering follow-up services to students.

Office Hours

Front Desk Support (In-Person & Phone) 

San Marcos 
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Escondido 
Monday - Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Rancho Bernardo 
Monday - Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: Closed

* Our Front Desk in Fallbrook is temporarily closed, however, we are still open for counseling in this location by appointment. Please call our office and we will be happy to assist you with scheduling a counseling appointment in Fallbrook.

Office Closures

Due to campus holidays, breaks or staff training, the Counseling Department will be closed on the following dates:

  • Summer 2025: July 4

Return to SSC

Starting on Monday, June 30, 2025, the Counseling Department will be returning to the Student Services Center (SSC). If you have an in-person counseling appointment on or after June 30, 2025, please come see us in the SSC building.