Why See A Counselor

Our academic counselors are ready to assist you in your pursuit of higher education. You can schedule a 30-minute sit-down appointment or you can ask quick questions during a 10-minute drop-in counseling meeting.

When do I need an Academic Counseling Appointment?

Most academic counseling appointments are 30 minutes long, but some appointments are an hour long. Here are some common reasons for appointments:

Comprehensive Student Educational Plans (SEP)
1 hour Financial Aid Appeals
1 hour Probation Appointments
1 hour First Year Nursing Appointments
Personal Issues
Discussion of career goals and options & Transfer Questions
Loss of Priority Enrollment Form
Graduation Check and Petitions
Certificate Petitions
Academic Renewal Eligibility
Recommendation Letters

What Services are Available at Drop-in Counseling?

Drop-In Counseling is available for 10-15 minutes in a face-to-face (on campus) or remote (in the Cranium Cafe Academic Counseling Lobby) setting.

Clearing Prerequisites
English/ESL and Math Placement Review
One or two-semester coursework planning (abbreviated S.E.P.)
Petition for Pass /No Pass
Petition to Count the Higher Grade
Consultation on repeating a class a third time
Check Open and Closed Classes
Transcript Evaluation Request Form (appointment may be needed)
Questions on whether or not to drop or add a class
Other Quick Questions

Clear a Prerequisite

Prerequisite Form and Process

Download Prerequisite Clearance Request (pdf)
Fill out the form completely and attach the required documentation stated on the form.
Email the completed form and the required documentation to counseling@glendale.edu
Once we have received the form, it will be processed in the order received. Please allow at least 7 business days for it to be processed.

For more information about Prerequisites

We can help you develop your student education plan (S.E.P.), conduct financial aid appeals, discuss career and transfer options, confirm completion of associate or certificate programs, suggest coursework for a specific semester, review placement results, clear prerequisites, interpret transcript evaluation results, and explore other personal concerns that may interfere with your success.

As a unit, we also offer various self-help workshops and student development classes, such as Undecided Major Workshops, Probation Workshops, and New Student Group Counseling workshops. Our Student Development classes range from improving study skills and note taking, career planning, and overall college success. For a complete list, check out the Student Development Classes tab.

We also sign various forms such as graduation petitions, Pass/No Pass authorizations, unit overload requests, transcript evaluation requests, academic renewal forms, confirmation of goals for financial aid, and many other documents.

We welcome you to utilize our services and quick links! We are here to help you succeed!

Academic Counseling Unit