Ask Us! Application and Enrollment Support
Do you need support with the application or enrollment process? We have a team ready
to help you in person, on the phone, or online!
In-person help: Come to the Welcome Center in the Student Services Building. See office hours above. We have friendly staff and computers to assist you.
Call us: Feel free to call 310-434-8101 for help during office hours.
Online help: Log into the Zoom support room (link below) Monday-Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. (PST).
I Am a High School Student
I Am an Out of State Student
I Am a Transfer Student
I Am a High School Counselor
We have dedicated tools and resources for high school counselors to help their students successfully apply and attend SMC.
I Am a Parent
Sending your student off to college can be a big adjustment. Find out how you can support your student through the college transition.
Office Contact
- Welcome Center Email: welcomecenter@smc.edu
- Phone: 310-434-8101
- Location: SSC 1st Floor
Hours
Call: Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. PDT
Drop In: Monday to Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PDT
Our office will be closed on 11/27 and 11/28 in observance of Thanksgiving.
Becoming an SMC Student
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Apply to SMC
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Steps to Enroll
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Campus Life
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Live Workshops
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Housing & Commuting Guide
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SMC Promise Program
Helpful Information and Resources
Counseling Services
SMC Representative
Information for High School College / Guidance Counselors & Community Group Leaders:
Want a private workshop just for your students? Fill out the form below to request
a Santa Monica College Representative to meet with your high school students or attend
your college fair online.
We appreciate as much advance notice as possible, three weeks minimum is optimal, but we will do our best to accommodate all requests. You may also contact us via email at: Outreach@smc.edu
Welcome Events and Resources
Check out some our events for new students! These events are a great opportunity to meet fellow students and get to know more about SMC's campus life and resources.
Future Alumni & Ambassadors Program
The Future Alumni Initiative includes everyone recognizing current students as Future Alums, envisioning completion from the start, and sharing a commitment to support each student on every step of their education journey as they complete what they set out to accomplish at SMC!
Additional Student Resources
New Student Stories
Are you a new SMC student? We want to hear your story and feature you on our social media platforms!
Proud to be SMC
SMC is California's #1 transfer college for 25+ years, with the highest number of transfers to UCs, CSUs, UCLA, USC & LMU. A world-class education and endless possibilities.
Learn more about Santa Monica College. We are #ProudToBeSMC 💙