Counseling and Transfer Services
Connect with a Counselor
Our counselors are here to advise and help you create an educational plan to reach your goals, whether you want to transfer from SMC to a university, earn an associates degree or certificate, or take courses for personal development. We are here to help you by providing phone, video and limited in-person counseling.
Current Status
Our office will open at 10 a.m. every Wednesday starting September 17 for Department Meetings.
Please check your Corsair Connect for appointment availability.
Drop-Ins for in-person and callback are always available.
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Special Programs and Services
For SMC students who are part of a special program (International Students, Adelante Students, Student Veterans, EOP&S students, etc.) and are not seeking general counseling.
Drop-In General Counseling
Drop-In by phone, in-person, or video
Drop-In Counseling lets you contact a counselor without needing an appointment.
General Counseling by Appointment
Student Services Center, 2nd Floor
1900 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
General Counseling Office Hours
- Monday:8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Tuesday:8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Wednesday:10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Thursday:8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Friday:9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
More Programs and Services
Student Learning Objectives
- As a result of participating in a counseling session, students will be able to prioritize and articulate the appropriate coursework needed for the subsequent term, according to their stated academic goal.
- Using assessment and transcript evaluation results, students will identify their eligibility for, and the proper sequencing of, English/ESL and math courses leading to their educational goals.
