Our 15-minute assistance options are designed for quick questions that can be answered in 15-minutes or less, such as:
- Math placement inquiries
- Questions not answered on the Counseling FAQ webpage
Note: Educational planning and transcript reviews require a full one-hour appointment.
15-Minute Assistance Options
We offer two types of quick counseling assistance:
- Schedule a 15-minute appointment online, visit our Counseling Department locations, or call (760) 891-7511 to schedule a 15-minute appointment – Book in advance (available by phone).
- Same-Day Drop-In Assistance – No appointment needed (available in-person or by phone; see schedule below).
Drop-In Schedule
January 20 – 23, 2026: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
January 24, 2026 (Saturday): 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m
January 26 – 30, 2026: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
January 31, 2026 (Saturday): 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m
Drop-in hours and modalities are subject to change based on counselor availability (available in our San Marcos campus only).