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Student Resources to Know

Counseling and Other Services

  • Academic Counseling: Students should make sure their academic plans are on track by visiting GCC's Academic Counseling Services. Online appointments are available. Remember, though you can discuss the various courses that students could take next, always make sure to send them to academic counseling to finalize plans.
    • Location: Sierra Vista (SV), Third Floor 
    • Phone: 818-240-1000 x5918 
  • Transfer Counseling: When students are planning to transfer after GCC, they should contact GCC's Transfer Center to ensure that transfer requirements are being met. Different transfer institutions will have different requirements, so it's important that students get assistance in this area.
  • Career Counseling: If students are wondering what career to choose or what major to choose for a specific career, they should contact GCC's Career Services. A counselor in Career Services can give students career ideas based on strengths and interests and even expose students to new career paths.
  • International Students: International students should visit the International Students Office for help with getting enrolled at GCC, immigration, and navigating resources. Visit the International Students page for more information.
    • Location: Sierra Vista (SV), Third Floor
    • Phone: 818-240-1000, x5439 or x6645
    • Email: gcciso@glendale.edu 
  • EOPS (Extended Opportunity Programs and Services): EOPS is a program designed to help educationally disadvantaged students succeed at GCC. The program reaches a wide range of low-income students who are additionally considered disadvantaged because of at least one other criteria (e.g. first generation college student). Students who qualify should take advantage of EOPS financial assistance and counseling. Visit the EOPS page for more information.

Medical and Mental Health Counseling

Students can visit GCC's Health Center to get and stay healthy. The Health Center offers first aid, OTC medications, flu shots, mental health counseling, relationship counseling, smoking cessation, nutrition information, and more! 

In the rare occurrence that a student completely breaks down in class (e.g. can't stop crying uncontrollably), you or another student can walk them to the GCC Health Center for immediate professional help. Enter the Health Center on the southwest corner of the Sierra Nevada (SN) building.

In Noncredit, there is a dedicated Mental Health Counselor who can meet with students. When students have mental health or medical needs, the mental health counselor can provide referrals to outside resources.
Contact Margaret Mansour, mmansour@glendale.edu, 818-240-1000 Ext. 5687, Garfield Campus MP 221.

Assistance for Veterans

GCC has a robust community for assisting its student veterans. Visit the Veterans Resource Center for more information, and encourage student veteran students to become involved with the programs they offer.

Student Equity Learning Communities

GCC's Student Equity Learning Communities offers exceptional programs for Latinx students, African American/Black students, and APIDA students. The programs include a variety of services, a strong social net, fun events, and various forms of assistance for those who qualify. Students tend to excel more when they are part of supportive campus communities, so please encourage students to participate in these important and supportive programs!

  • La Comunidad, serving GCC's Latinx Students
  • Black Scholars, serving GCC's African American/Black Students
  • APIDA Community, serving GCC's Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American Students

Contact the Student Equity Learning Communities for more information:

LGBTQ Resources

GCC has a strong LGBTQ community. The GCC Pride Center provides a secure, supportive, and accepting environment students across all gender and sexual identities including those that identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ+), and their allies. They are located in the Multicultural & Community Engagement Center (MCEC) located in SM 267 (next to the cafeteria on the second floor of Sierra Madre). Students can make an appointment or just drop in.

The college offers instructors LGBTQ Safe Zone Trainings throughout the semester, so be on the lookout for emails with more details.

Assistance for Formerly Incarcerated, Re-entry, and System Impacted Students

Rising Scholars at GCC creates a pathway into college for formerly incarcerated, re-entry, and system-impacted individuals from enrollment through graduation by addressing their academic and social needs.  

Services and resources include expungement services, textbook support, tutoring, budgeting and money management, transportation (gas), academic and career counseling, job search, and job training.

Contact the Rising Scholars at GCC for more information:

GCC CARES: Center for Assistance, Resources, and Educational Success

GCC CARES provides vital support for students struggling with food, housing, and financial insecurities. By connecting students with GCC CARES, you can help address the challenges that may affect students’ health, academic performance, and personal well-being.

Services Offered by GCC CARES

  • Basic Needs Assistance
    Guidance and referrals for students facing food and housing insecurity.

  • GCC CARES Market
    Access to a food pantry (by appointment) and GoPass pick-up for students needing food or transportation support.

  • Fresh Success & College Corps Programs
    Services and support for students facing economic challenges, including resources for educational expenses and job training.

  • CalFresh Outreach
    Assistance with applying for CalFresh, California’s food assistance program, to help students with grocery needs.

  • Financial and Emergency Support
    Information on emergency funds and short-term financial support for students experiencing sudden financial hardships.

How to Refer Students to GCC CARES

Encourage students to complete the GCC CARES Intake Form for a personalized assessment of their needs. For direct referrals or questions, instructors can contact GCC CARES at:

  • Email: CARES@glendale.edu
  • Phone (Verdugo Campus): (818) 240-1000 x3033
  • Phone (Garfield Campus): (818) 240-1000 x5071 & x5072

Foster Youth Support Program

The Foster Youth Support Program at GCC offers current and former foster youth a supportive community and essential resources to succeed in their educational journey. Through the EOPS office, this program provides academic, financial, and career counseling, Student Educational Plans, community activities, and financial support for essentials like groceries, textbooks, and transportation.

Key Services:

  • Academic, financial aid, career, and transfer counseling
  • Community-building events and activities
  • Financial assistance for groceries and textbooks
  • Transportation support (TAP cards, parking permits, gas cards)
  • Textbook and technology loans

Eligibility: Current or former foster youth enrolled in credit classes at GCC, with a Ward of the Court letter, EOPS application, and intake meeting with a program counselor.

How to Apply: Students submit an EOPS application through MyGCC. A program representative will contact you after submission.

For more information, contact the Foster Youth Staff:

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