You can schedule an advising appointment online or by calling the MCC Contact Center at 531-MCC-5231. Appointment times may be restricted during the two weeks prior to the start of a quarter.
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Preparing for your appointment
Think about what you want to accomplish at your meeting. Write down your questions and make sure to:
- Familiarize yourself with available degrees and certificates and our programs of study.
- Save important information and worksheets, if applicable.
- Share your academic background with your advisor.
- Remember that your advisor is your partner.
What Are Advising Appointments For?
Common advising appointment activities include, but are not limited to:
- Educational Planning
- Financial Aid Appeals
- Reviewing degree requirements
- Checking progress toward graduation
- Course substitutions
- Discussing major or other goals
- Developing a transfer plan
- Reviewing college policies and procedures
- Calculating your grade point average (GPA)
- Academic Standing
- Career Advising
What Should I Bring/Have Access To?
- Your MCC student username and password
- ACT Scores
- Accuplacer Scores
- High School Transcripts
- Transcripts from previous institutions attended
*If you are a new student planning to register for courses, please complete the online application before coming to your appointment.
Drop-In Assistance
Examples of issues appropriate for drop-in assistance include:
- Concern about a current class
- Quick questions about academic requirements
- Review of class schedule, but not long-term planning
- Campus/Resource referrals
- General withdrawal assistance
- College academic policies