Planning is an important step in achieving academic success. Each semester, all students are encouraged to meet with a counselor prior to registration for academic advising, course selection and setting up a student educational plan. To make an appointment, call (760) 252-2411 x7236.
International students are required to make an appointment with the international student advisor prior to admission to Barstow Community College. For more information, please see International Students Admissions.
All new students should attend orientation. Orientation will provide students with information regarding the educational programs and support services offered by Barstow Community College. Students will also learn about registration procedures, assessment results, and receive assistance in selecting their first semester courses.
Fall 2008: For new students in the Barstow/Ft Irwin area, orientation presentations will take place on main campus and at Ft. Irwin during the week of August 4 – 8, 2008. Day and evening sessions will be available. Please speak with a counselor for more information.
An online version of the orientation is not available at this time for our distance education students. You are encouraged to have regular contact with a counselor via phone, (760) 252-2411 ext. 7351 or through e-mail, bcounselor@barstow.edu. We expect to offer online orientation in the near future.
Counseling appointments may be made in person at the Admissions & Records counter or by calling (760) 252-2411, ext. 7236. Ft. Irwin students should call (760) 380-3905 for an appointment. Phone appointments are available.
Walk-in counseling is also available for quick questions Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Note: Barstow Community College is closed on Fridays in June and July.
Students may also email quick questions to bcounselor@barstow.edu. Students with questions involving educational planning, degree or certificate petitions, or other counseling questions requiring more time, will be directed to schedule a counseling appointment. Students seeking walk-in counseling may sign-up at the Admissions & Records counter.
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