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All students entering college for the first time are required to meet with an advisor. Advisement sessions are scheduled after you have completed assessment testing.
Your advisor will help you:
Develop an educational plan based on your interests and abilities Choose the degree, field of study or certificate offered at DCCCD that best matches your goals, or learn about possible majors offered by four-year colleges and universities Select courses to meet your educational goals, including courses that will transfer Plan your class schedule Learn how to complete the registration process Meeting With an Advisor
Academic advisors are available to meet with you throughout the year – not just at registration time. For many students, academic advising is done on a walk-in basis. You may also contact the Advising/Counseling center to schedule an appointment.
It's a good idea to meet with an advisor before the beginning of registration for the term you plan to enroll.
Especially during peak advising times (just before and during registration), it's best to meet with an advisor in person or send your questions by e-mail. Although you may make an appointment by phone, telephone advising is not available.
Before Your Advising Appointment
- Complete assessment testing if required.
- Read the catalog. Be familiar with the courses and requirements for your degree plan.
- Look through the class schedule to get an idea of courses you might want to take.
Stop Before You Drop
Under a new Texas law, students who enroll in a Texas public institution of higher education (including DCCCD) for the first time in fall 2007 or later may not drop more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career.
See our catalog for more information. Your academic advisor can also answer questions about this law and how it may affect you. |