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Counseling and Advising

Welcome to Butte College Counseling! We are here to support you throughout your academic journey, whether you are starting college for the first time, returning, or planning your next steps.

Our academic counselors will help you explore your options, stay on track, and move confidently toward your educational goals.


Important Updates: 

  • July and August 2026 will have limted appointments due to Summer Orientation events. We appreciate your understanding and patience when scheduling appointments.

Get Counseling Support

Get guidance on choosing your major or certificate, reviewing degree requirements, and creating a Student Education Plan (SEP) that outlines your pathway to graduation or transfer.Click here to see available appointment types and counseling for specialized programs:

Get quick, 10-minute counseling sessions with our Express Counseling service, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions are open to current, new, and returning students (who have submitted applications at least 24 hours in advance)

We offer transfer counseling services for students planning to attend a four-year college or university. Counselors can assist with:

  • University transfer requirements
  • Major preparation
  • Transfer admission planning
  • CSU and UC application guidance
  • General transfer advising

Student Success Specialists are available to support you throughout your journey at Butte College. Whether you have questions about adjusting your schedule, connecting with campus resources, or getting Back on Track, our specialists are here to help.

Student Success Specialists can assist with:

  • Questions about your current education plan
  • Exploring programs or choosing a major
  • Navigating the MyBC Portal
  • Back on Track support
  • Developing a success plan
  • Connecting with campus resources
  • Book an appointment with the Student Success Specialist for your Community of Interest: 

    Schedule an Appointment

    Meet your Student Success Specialist for your Community of Interest: 

    GET CONNECTED

Butte College Athletics offers academic counseling services to assist student-athletes in all aspects of their academic and athletic endeavors.

Veterans Services helps veterans, service members, and eligible dependents use their VA benefits while attending Butte College. 

Additional Resources

Articulation is how courses transfer for the purposes of admission, transferable units, general education, or major preparation. Articulation agreements between community colleges and CSUs (California State University), UCs (University of California), and some independent colleges are available on the ASSIST.org website.

General Education is a program of courses in the arts and sciences that provides a broad educational experience

Academic Dates & Deadlines

Hours and Location

(English): 530-895-2378
(Spanish): 530-895-2284
Student Administrative Services, Room 134 (SAS 134)
3536 Butte Campus Drive
Oroville, CA 95965

Summer Office Hours
Monday-Thursday 7:45 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
Closed Friday
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Summer Phone Hours
Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m.to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Friday

Planning a visit? Use the directions link below to help you find our office on campus.

We are located on the first floor of the Student Administrative Services (SAS) Building, next to the restrooms. The SAS Building is conveniently located next to the Campus Center Building, where you will find the bookstore and cafeteria.

Aerial view of campus with the buttes in the background.

Counseling & Advising Staff

Megan Johnson

Supervisor Student Services

Jessica Jackson

Articulation Officer

Alex Brown

Counselor

Greg Brown

Counselor

Cathy Cortes

Counselor

Amanda Ellis

Counselor

Allison Hardeay

Administrative Assistant

Danielle Harris

Counselor

Katie Peterson

Counselor

Jessica Prisk

Counselor

Henry Sanchez

Counselor

Rachel Sicke

Counselor

Denise St. Cin

Counselor

Farough Tabrizi

Counselor

Melina Torres

Counselor

Serey Vann

Counselor

Kait Utnehmer

Counselor

Bobby Walden

Counselor - Veterans

Claire Yang

Administrative Assistant

Virtual Express Drop-Ins