Making Appointments
Make a counseling appointment to receive general academic guidance, get assistance with academic issues, or plan for graduation or transfer.
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Two Types of Appointments
There are multiple counseling options depending on your student status and program participation. Within each option, there are generally two types of appointment that you can make:
- OPEN Appointment: These become available exactly one week in advance and remain open until all appointments for the week are filled.
- Same-Day Appointment: These are released at 8 AM from Monday to Thursday and remain available until all slots for the day are filled.
Appointment Duration
Three appointment lengths are offered:
- 10-minute drop-ins for quick questions like adding/dropping classes or finding open sections.
- 30-minute appointments for short-term planning like certificate programs or single-semester Ed Plans.
- 1-hour appointments for more complex needs like academic probation, transfer planning, or multi-semester Ed Plans.
Make an Appointment
Click on the " + " next to the counseling type you need to view appointment information.
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)
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.
Are you a New or Transfer Student?
New and Transfer-in students must complete an orientation before registering for Fall classes. Please ensure you complete your orientation before scheduling your counseling appointment.
Virtual Appointment
In-Person Appointment
Main Campus CHICO Center GLENN Center
You can also visit the Counseling & Advising office to schedule an appointment. We are located at the Main Campus, Student Administrative Services, Room 134 (SAS 134), or call us at 530-895-2378.
The 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.The Transfer Counseling Office is located at Butte College, Main Campus, Student Administrative Services, Room 110 (SAS 110).
Are you a New or Transfer Student?
New and Transfer-in students must complete an orientation before registering for Fall classes. Please ensure you complete your orientation before scheduling your counseling appointment.
Make a Transfer Student Appointment
Transfer Counseling is for students looking to transfer out of Butte College to a 4-year college or university. Appointments become available exactly one week in advance at midnight and remain open until all appointments for the week are filled.
If you would like to schedule a Transfer Counseling appointment, select one of the yellow links below, or call 530-895-2264 or stop by SAS 110.
Virtual Appointment Main Campus In-Person
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.
The Athletics Office is located at Butte College, Main Campus, Women’s Locker Room 101 (WLR 101)
Schedule an Appointment
To schedule an in-person appointment, let us know you are an Athlete at Butte College and visit the Counseling & Advising office located at the Main Campus, Student Administrative Services, Room 134 (SAS 134), or call us at 530-895-2378.
The Office of Veterans Services works closely with Butte-Glenn Community College to support veteran and dependent students and help ensure a positive and successful educational experience.
Our goal is to provide the best possible service and guidance to help our veterans and their dependents achieve their educational goals.
Schedule an Appointment
To schedule an appointment,
- Visit the Veterans Office, located at the Main Campus, Swing Space C
- or call us at 530-895-2566 and let us know you are a part of Veterans at Butte College.
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.
The Rising Scholars Office is located at Butte College, Main Campus, Learning Resource Center, Room 137 (LRC 137)
Virtual Appointment
In-Person Appointment
To schedule an in-person appointment, visit the Counseling & Advising office located at the Main Campus, Student Administrative Services, Room 134 (SAS 134), and let us know you are a part of Rising Scholars at Butte College or call us at 530-895-2378.
We provide 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 for more information. We are located at Butte College, Main Campus, Student Administrative Services, Room 134 (SAS 134)
Virtual Appointment
In-Person Appointment
To schedule an in-person appointment, visit the Counseling & Advising office located at the Main Campus, Student Administrative Services, Room 134 (SAS 134), or call us at +1 530-895-2378 and let us know you are part of International Students at Butte College.
The MESA Program is dedicated to providing the resources and environment for Butte College students to succeed and transfer to four-year colleges in STEM-based majors.
These majors include Biology, Chemistry, Construction Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Mathematics, and Physics.
Virtual Appointment
In-Person Appointment
To schedule an in-person appointment, visit the Counseling & Advising office located at the Main Campus, Student Administrative Services, Room 134 (SAS 134), or call us at 530-895-2378 and let us know you are part of the MESA Program at Butte College.
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.
We are located at Butte College, Main Campus, Student Administrative Services, Room 134 (SAS 134).
Virtual Appointment
In-Person Appointment
To schedule an in-person appointment, visit the Counseling & Advising office located at the Main Campus, Student Administrative Services, Room 134 (SAS 134), or call us at 530-895-2378 and let us know you are part of the Puente at Butte College.
Interested in joining the Puente Program?
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! Please complete this interest form, and we will reach out to you!
Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) is the office responsible for determining eligibility for academic accommodations and adjustments for students with disabilities.
Main Campus, SAS 238
EOPS Counselors assists students in the development of their potential ability through academic support and financial assistance. The services of EOPS are designed to give students individualized attention and support to improve their chances for success.
To schedule an appointment or to learn more about EOPS, call (530) 895-2555 or email eops@butte.edu.Please include your name, ID number and phone number.
Main Campus, SAS 281
The Inspiring Scholars Program at Butte College supports students who have experienced foster care after age 13 and are under 26.
The program provides personalized guidance, financial aid support, mentoring, and community connection to help students enter college, persist, and achieve their academic and transfer goals — all within a caring environment built on trust, responsiveness, and follow-through.
Main Campus, MC 121
