Each student is responsible for choosing his/her own classes to enroll in. It is highly recommended to schedule an appointment with one of our counselors to determine what classes you enroll in.
Follow the steps below to select your courses:
- Receive English/ESL and math placement. Every new student must go though a self-assessment for English/English as a Second Language and math placement level.
- Students receive math placement based on the Palomar College application and a self-assessment survey in the MyPalomar student portal after initially signing in.
- For English/ESL, students will read writing prompts and email us which writing prompt best matches their current writing skill level. We can then assign English/ESL placement.
- Review the Palomar College Orientation Presentation. We recommend taking notes and write down any questions you may have to ask a counselor.
- Schedule a Zoom counseling appointment. You can request an appointment by emailing us at internationalstudents@palomar.edu and we will let you know the dates/times available (Pacific Standard Time). Once you are scheduled, you will receive a Zoom link for your session sent to your Palomar email (noted on your acceptance letter). The counselor will develop an educational plan for you, recommending classes based on your program and major.
- Review the current catalog and the general education requirements based on your program and the current catalog. You will go over this together with your counselor.
- Palomar College Catalog
- Associate in Arts Degree General Education Requirements & Supplemental Guide (Two-year degree awarded from Palomar College).
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) Starting Fall 2025 (General education requirement for both the University of California system and California State University system).
- Assist.org is an excellent resource if you plan to transfer to a university. The site will provide you with a list of major preparation courses.
- Pay for your health insurance and the International Student Office will remove the service indicator hold to allow you to enroll.
- Enroll in your classes through your MyPalomar student portal. View the how to select classes tutorial.
- REMINDER: SELECT 9 UNITS IN PERSON AT THE MAIN CAMPUS IN SAN MARCOS.
- Use the Plan Your Schedule Sheet to avoid classes that overlap or are offered at other campuses.
- Pay your fees. A payment plan is available.
If you have difficulties enrolling, you can refer to Student Help Videos or contact the Office of International Education.