Admissions & Financial Aid
“We provide support services that enable prospective and current students to successfully navigate college and meet their learning goals.”
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am-2:00pm
Location: ESC-Lobby
Contact Information
Phone: (760) 744-1150 Ext. 8134
Website: www.palomar.edu/admissions
Bookstore
Hours:
August 24, 2026 – September 3, 2026
Monday – Thursday: 11:00am-6:00pm
Closed: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Location: ESC-201
Contact Information
Phone: (760) 744-1150 Ext. 2220
Website: www.bkstr.com/palomarstore
Campus Police
“Our officers actively patrol the campus and are first responders for all emergencies.”
Contact Information
Location: ESC-801
Phone: (760) 744-1150 Ext. 2289
Phone: (760)891-7273
Website: www.palomar.edu/police
Counseling
“We provide assistance with education planning, career guidance, and personal counseling related to your academic success. See a counselor to ensure your success toward your educational goals!”
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am-2:00pm
Location: ESC-Lobby
Contact Information
Phone: (760) 744-1150 Ext. 8121
Phone: (760)891-7511
Website: www.palomar.edu/counseling
English as a Second Language (ESL)
“You can learn English from the beginning or improve the skills you already have. The ESL Department also offers Career Track ESL courses that allow you to gain the specific English skills you need for careers. The ESL Department offers credit and non-credit courses.”
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am-7:00pm (closed 2:00pm-3:00pm)
Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm
Location: ESC-610
Contact Information
Phone: (760) 744-1150 Ext. 8114
Website: www.palomar.edu/esl/
Health Services
Hours
Student Health Center:
Tuesday and Thursday: 8:00am-4:30pm
760-891-7530
Behavioral Health Counseling Services:
Thursday: 8:00am-4:30pm
760-891-7531
Location: ESC-203
Website: www.palomar.edu/healthservices/
Library
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am-7:00pm
Friday: 9:00am-1:00pm
Location: ESC-200
Contact Information
Phone: (760) 744-1150 Ext. 8129
Website: www.palomar.edu/library/escondido-center-ernest-j-allen-library/
Teaching and Learning Center
“The TLC provides students with ample study space with a large central study area, private study rooms, and a contemporary classroom designed to promote interactive and collaborative learning.”
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am-6:00pm
Friday: Closed
Location: ESC-500
Contact Information
Phone: (760)744-1150 Ext. 8171
Website: www.palomar.edu/tlc-esc/
Tutoring
Tutoring is offered in the Teaching and Learning Center located in ESC-500
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am-6:00pm
Friday: Closed
Contact Information
Phone: (760) 744-1150 Ext. 8171
Website: www.palomar.edu/tlc-esc/tutoring/
Student Lounge/Vending Machines
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 7:30am-8:30pm
Friday: Closed