Counselors are here to support you in your academic journey. Counselors are available to assist students at three campus locations: Main campus, Chico Center, and the Glenn Center in Orland!
10-Minute Express Drop-Ins (virtual only) will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This service is best for questions about repeating courses; adding/dropping classes; selecting classes; and pre-requisite questions. Follow the sign-in instructions here.
Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays | Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Use the below drop-down menus to select your appointment type.
Click on the + for more information and to access the links to make your appointment.
If you need help selecting the appointment that works best for you, use this guide: How to Select Your Appointment.
In addition to General Counseling, we offer Specialized Counseling. Select from the groups listed below to make an appointment.
VIRTUAL EXPRESS DROP-IN
Drop in for Express Counseling! Counselors are available to meet with you for 10 minutes on a first-come, first-served basis by phone or Zoom. Express Drop-Ins are for CURRENT students and NEW and RETURNING (who have submitted applications more than 24 hours before attending.)
VIRTUAL EXPRESS DROP-IN SCHEDULE: Spring, 2024
Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Follow the instructions listed below to sign up. Drop-in availability is always subject to change and hours may be extended during registration periods.
EXPRESS DROP-IN SERVICES
What can be done during Express Drop-In?
What cannot be done during Express Drop-In? These services require full appointments.
If you attend a virtual Express Drop-In but require a full appointment, the counselor will ask you to schedule a 30-minute or 60-minute appointment. Students may book 30-minute or 60-minute appointments on the website, or by calling the front desk at (530) 895-2378.
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LOGIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR VIRTUAL (ZOOM OR PHONE)
STEP 1 - During the available hours, use your Butte College Student email and password to login to Express Drop-in here. LINK WILL ONLY BE ACTIVE AT THE TIME OF EACH SESSION.
STEP 2 - Select Drop-In Waiting Room
STEP 3 - Select Express Drop-In from list of meeting reasons.
STEP 4 - Update Cell Phone number if necessary- This is especially important if you opt for a phone session.
STEP 5 - Select the type of meeting you prefer Video Appointment or Telephone Appointment then click Continue.
STEP 6 - Remain on the page until your link appears or you receive a call from your Counselor. *Please do not leave or refresh your page, this will cause you to lose your position in line.
*If you selected a Phone Session you will be receiving a call from a blocked number. Please ensure you are able to receive blocked calls.
Once your Express Drop-In session is completed, the counselor will end your meeting.
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If for any reason you are not able to attend the available days and click here to schedule a counseling appointment or contact us by phone for an appointment at (530) 895-2378.
Counselors can help you find the right level of classes and assist you in designing a short- or long-term educational plan.Continuing and returning students can receive assistance with academic issues, plan for graduation or transfer, and receive general academic guidance.
Appointments open exactly one calendar week in advance.
Same Day appointments open at 8 am, Monday-Thursday.
Office Location: Main Campus, SAS 134
Schedule a Virtual Appointment (Phone or Zoom)
Schedule a Main Campus In Person Appointment (SAS 134)
Schedule a Chico Center In Person Appointment
Schedule a Glenn Center In Person Appointment
To schedule over the phone, call us at 530-895-2378, Monday-Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm & Friday: 8 am - 11:30 am.
If you need a course repeat petition, please attend an Express Drop-In meeting or call 530-895-2378.
Transfer Counseling Center (TCC) provides counseling and transitional services to all students wishing to attend a four-year college or university. Emphasis is placed on making Butte students the highest priority for admission by focusing services and programs on major selection and four-year university specific requirements.
Office Location: Main Campus, SAS 110.
Schedule a Virtual Transfer Counseling Center Appointment (Phone or Zoom)
Schedule an In Person Transfer Counseling Main Campus Appointment
Schedule a Chico Center In Person Transfer Counseling Appointment
Athletics Counseling provides assistance for new, continuing and returning student athletes in various areas, including educational planning, academic issues, plan for graduation or transfer, and provide general academic guidance. Visit the Athletics Counseling website for more information, including drop-in hours.
Appointments open exactly two calendar weeks in advance.
Athletics Office Location: Main Campus, WLR 101
Schedule a Student Athlete Counseling Appointment (In-person)
Schedule a Student Athlete Counseling Appointment at Chico Center
Student Athlete Drop In Hours
To schedule in-person, visit the Counseling & Advising office located at SAS 134
or call us at 530-895-2378.
Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 5 pm & Friday: 8:15 am - 11:30 am.
While working in tandem with Butte-Glenn Community College, the Office of Veterans Services strives to ensure a positive and rewarding experience for all veteran and dependent students. Our goal is to provide the best possible service and guidance to help our veterans and their dependents achieve their educational goals. Visit the Veterans Services website for more information.
Veterans Office Location: Main Campus, Swing Space C
Schedule a Virtual Appointment with the Veterans Counselor (Phone or Zoom)
Schedule an In Person Appointment with the Veterans Counselor
Rising Scholars is a resource for formerly incarcerated and system impacted students (those who have experienced the effects of incarceration). Allies of restorative justice and prisoner advocacy are encouraged to join. In addition, Rising Scholars have a dedicated counselor.
Rising Scholars Office Location: Main Campus, LRC 137
Schedule a Main Campus Rising Scholars Appointment
Schedule a Chico Center Rising Scholars Appointment
Schedule a Virtual Rising Scholars Counseling Appointment
Counseling and advising provides international students with the services and support needed to be successful at Butte College and long-term educational goals. International students have a dedicated counselor. Visit the International Students website for more information.
Appointment Location: SAS 134
The Puente Project at Butte College is a learning community focused on supporting students from educationally underrepresented backgrounds through the process of transferring from Butte College to four-year colleges and universities. Puente students develop a strong support system through the relationships they build with peers, faculty/staff, and community mentors. Puente students have a dedicated counselor. Book your appointment today!
Schedule an Appointment (in-person)
Interested in joining the Puente Program? Complete this interest form: Puente Interest Form
Already have a Student Education Plan? Review the recommended courses!
Need a copy of your previous Student Education Plan? Email counseling@smartsitesolutions.net from your Butte College email. Please include your Name, student ID# and your request.
Haven’t met with a Counselor yet? Think about your Academic Goal!
Certificate
Certificates of Achievement (CA) and Certificates (CERT) Certificate of Achievement (CA) are designed to provide students with a specific skill set or mastery of a body of knowledge to enter skilled employment or as a developmental milestone toward entry into specific careers. Certificates (under 18 units) are often used as building blocks to larger programs such as Certificate of Achievement (18+ units) or Degree (major requirements plus general education). Gainful Employment Disclosure information is included with individual Career and Technical Education certificate of achievement programs in this catalog
Associate Degree
Local Associate Degrees AA/AS Butte College Local GE Pattern. The Associate in Arts (AA) and Associate in Science (AS) Degrees offered by Butte College are designed to facilitate transfer to a four year institution, fill a community need or directly serve an occupational need. To earn either degree a student must complete the Butte College Local GE pattern. AA and AS degrees may also contain Certificates.
Associate Degree for Transfer
Associate Degree for Transfer AA-T/AS-T CSU GE Pattern or IGETC GE Pattern Butte College offers associate degrees for transfer to the CSU system. These degrees are designed to provide a student with a clear, seamless pathway to a CSU major and baccalaureate degree. Students completing these degrees are guaranteed admission with junior standing in the CSU system with priority consideration given to admission into the CSU Chico campus in a program that is deemed similar to the completed degree. Note that this guarantee does not guarantee admission to a specific CSU campus; it guarantees admission to the CSU system. Students who have been awarded an AA-T or AS-T are able to complete their remaining requirements for the 120-unit baccalaureate degree within 60 semester or 90 quarter units. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review their options for transfer and to develop a comprehensive student educational plan that best meets their transfer goals
Transfer to University without degree
As a new student, seeing a counselor is probably the most important thing you can do. Our counselors can help you find the right level of classes, and assist you in designing a short or long term educational plan. Continuing and returning students can receive assistance with academic issues, plan for graduation or transfer, and receive general academic guidance.
For new and continuing students, Counselors use Career and Academic Profile (CAP), prior academic history, and life experiences to help determine the course selection. We're here to help you even if your goals are unclear. We can also help you better utilize on-line research tools related to your goals.
We can listen and direct you to Butte College's many support services and community resources. Our Counselors are skilled at assisting students with a variety of concerns which affect their educational success.
The Butte Counseling Department full-time and part-time faculty and staff assist our students in three different locations: The Main campus, Chico Center, and the Glenn Center in Orland. All of our Counseling faculty are "generalists," though we also have counselors specific to our International, Veterans, Foster Youth, and Student Athlete population.
Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) - Main Campus SAS 238
Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS) - Main Campus SAS 281
Inspiring Scholars Program - Main Campus MC 121
CONTACT US
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday - Thursday: 7:45 am - 5 pm
Friday: 8 am -12 pm
Office Location: SAS 134 (1st floor)
PHONE HOURS:
Office Number: (530) 895-2378
Monday - Thursday: 8 am.- 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am. - 11:30 am
MULTILINGUAL SERVICES:
Para servicio en Español, haga su cita con Julio Delgado.
For services in Khmer please request an appointment with Serey Vann.
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