![SBCC's Academic Counseling center in the student services building.](/counselingcenter/files/academiccounselingheader.png)
Academic Counseling
Start Here
Let's start by getting to know you. Please choose the last school that you attended to receive more information that's right for you.
![Santa Barbara City College's academic counselor Katie at the service desk.](/counselingcenter/files/counseling1.png)
![SBCC's academic counselor Vanessa at the services desk.](/counselingcenter/files/counselingtwo.png)
Another College or University
Have you already attended college?
Choose if you are transfering courses from another college or university.
![SBCC academic counselor](/counselingcenter/files/counselor4.png)
Continuing and Returning Students
Are you an SBCC student?
Choose if you are a current or returning SBCC student.
Academic Counselors are here to:
- Assist students in planning and achieving their academic and career goals.
- Develop individualized Student Educational Plans (SEP).
- Educate students on transfer & SBCC requirements.
- Counsel students on success strategies.
- Conduct Class Planning sessions for new students, classroom presentations and workshops.
- Teach Personal Development/College Success courses.
- Refer students to Transfer Center, Career Center, Health & Wellness, DSPS, and other student services.
Contact us: (805) 730-4085 or make an appointment with an academic counselor in Starfish or ask us an academic counseling question through our online forum, Ask Me.
Location: Student Services Building, First Floor SS-120
Hours of Operation
Monday and Thursday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday and Wednesday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
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