International Education Center

Counseling for International Students

 

Counseling Services

Academic and Personal Counseling

International Education Counselors provide academic and personal counseling for F-1 Visa and overseas international students. Counselors are available year-round to assist students in a variety of formats.

Spring 2023 In Person Drop-in Counseling

The International Counseling Center offers in person counseling Monday - Thursday. Depending on the number of students waiting, the line may close early. We will normally see the last student at 1:30 p.m.

We are only able to see students for quick questions (10 - 15 minutes). If you need more time, please join us via zoom Express or send us at email at www.smc.edu/askiecc.

  • Monday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
  • Tuesday:  9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
  • Wednesday:  10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
  • Tuesday:  9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Zoom Express Counseling for F-1 Visa and Overseas International Students

NOTE: We are experiencing a high volume of student requests to join our Zoom Express Counseling. This service can only accommodate a certain amount of students per session. We ask for your patience during this peak period as our staff is limited. If the room is locked, please check back periodically, as the room may reopen. 

​Meet with a counselor for a 10-15 minute​ session to receive assistance with:

  • Course planning for continuing students 
  • Over units (9 in the intersession and/or up to 18 in Spring and Fall)
  • Guided Self Placement questions
  • Pass/No Pass; Course Repeats

SPRING 2023

Zoom Express Counseling is currently available during the following times (Pacific Standard Time). 

MARCH 27 - 31

  • Monday: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 
  • Tuesday:  9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 
  • Wednesday:  10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 
  • Thursday:  9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 
  • Friday:  9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Join the F-1 Zoom Express Counseling Waiting Room

Email an International Counselor 

Services include:

  • Reduced Course Load, Special Consideration and other forms
  • Over units (more than 9 during the intersession and/or more than 18 in Spring and Fall)
  • Questions regarding requirements and completion of educational goals
  • MyEdPlan review

Counselors will respond within 3 - 5 business days.

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