STEP 1) Check your Palomar College student email: 

• Official communication goes to your Palomar email, not your personal email 
• Make it a habit to check your Palomar Email regularly 

STEP 2) Check your MyPalomar regularly for information:  

• Confirm your class schedule on MyPalomar 
• Double-check your enrolled classes in your student portal for class term dates and deadlines  
• Make sure times and locations work for your travel time to class 
• If you need changes, you can still adjust during the add/drop period. See a counselor for assistance as changes may affect your financial aid and major requirements 

 STEP 3) Pay for Classes or Set Up Financial Aid and register for Direct Deposit:

• Visit our Cashiers office or login to your MyPalomar to make a payment 
• Visit our Financial Resource Hub for information and resources 
• Apply for  Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act (CADAA) (if eligible) 
• Look into the California College Promise Grant (CCPG) for fee waivers 
• Explore payment plans if needed 
• Make sure tuition and fees are paid on time to avoid being dropped from class 
• Explore Palomar Scholarships and Outside Scholarships 

STEP 4) Locate your classroom(s) on the Palomar Map: 

• Arrive at the right Campus / Education Center 
• San Marcos Campus Map 
• Education Center Locations 

STEP 5) Get your Books and Materials: 

• Check the bookstore website, enter your student ID, and confirm your book list for the semester 
• Or stop by the Bookstore in person on our San Marcos Campus  

STEP 6) Be Ready for the First Day of Class:

• Log in early if classes are online to test access, or arrive early for parking and navigating the campus 
• Get a parking permit or MTS transit pass if commuting 
• Please have great communication with your instructors who are there to help
• Have a planner or digital calendar to track class times and assignment deadlines 

 STEP 7) Access Campus Resources:

• Visit our Student Guide 
• Find a Student Services Office Hours and website
• Get a Student Activity card for various student discounts and printing 
• Technology access: log in to MyPalomar, email, and Canvas (for online courses) 
• If you need assistance with Canvas, please reach out to the Academic Technology Resource Center (ATRC)  
• If you have any questions about MyPalomar or your Student Email, reach out to admissions@palomar.edu  
• If you need additional technical support, contact the helpdesk at allhelpdesk@palomar.edu  
• Need to set up or reset your password go to the Password Reset Page 

STEP 8) Get Involved:

• Join student Clubs, Athletics, or the Associated Student Government
• Participate in campus events

Have you visited or connected with all our Student Support Services?

Visit our Academic Technology Resource Center computer labs in H-102 for assistance.

For Students who need to set up or reset their password, go to the Password Reset Page. if you forgot your “Hint,” connect with the Admissions office for assistance by visiting Admissions on any campus or education center.

Students can also get online help via Zoom on the Virtual Help Desk Zoom Link

Faculty/ Staff who need help with Passwords or Technology, contact the Helpdesk

For further information and resources, visit the Password & Technology Help Resources page.