TOPICS:
Counseling
Services
Academic
Records (Transcripts)
Degree
and Certificate Programs
Transfer
Educational
Plan
Admissions
and Registration
How
do I register? The Admissions and Records office has an
excellent registration checklist for you to follow. The registration
checklist will provide you with an easy step-by-step process on how
you can register for classes either online or in-person.
How
much will it cost to register for classes? The cost to
register for classes is determined by the number of units you select and
your residency status. There are also other fees that you must calculate
to the total cost of registration (Health fee, Student Representation
fee, parking fee, etc). An easy to follow cost grid is included in the
Schedule of Classes and online.
Don't forget to find out if you qualify for a fee waiver, if eligible,
the fee waiver can cover the majority of the registration expenses. The
Financial Aid Office can assist you
with the necessary forms.
How
do I select my courses? Most students select courses based
on their interests, educational, or career goals. You are encouraged to
read course descriptions included in the class schedule to get a good
idea about the content of the class. Doing so, can help you determine
whether you will enjoy the topic being taught. Often students use the
general education lists as guide, especially if earning an associates
degree or planning to transfer to a four-year institution are part of
your educational goals. Counselors can also review your placement test
scores, high school and college records, as a means to help identify some
courses that would be beneficial for you to enroll in during your first
semester of attendance.
Do
I have to meet with a counselor before I register for classes?
Technically you don't have to meet with a counselor before you register for courses, unless:
- you are on academic probation
or dismissal status,
- planning to enroll in more
than 18 units (Sp or Fall) or 5 units (Summer),
- you plan to take a
course that has a prerequisite which was not successfully completed
at Gavilan, or you are a high school
student or an international student.
Is
it a good idea to see a counselor before you register for courses?
We think so. A counselor can assist you with course placements, placement
test interpretation, and academic planning. A counselor can answer questions
regarding course selections, degree or certificate requirements, and set
you at ease knowing that you are taking "courses that will count"
toward your identified goals.
How can I clear a course pre-requisite? A counselor can determine if you have satisfied a course pre-requisite by reviewing college transcripts. Often students complete course work at other colleges that could satisfy a pre-requisite, this coure work must be reviewed and approved by a Gavilan counselor. Once it has been established that the pre-requisite is satisfied, the counselor will clear the computer system to allow you to use to online registration system.
Can
I register first and then complete the online orientation?
Yes, you can. Be sure that you don't forget to log on to our web
site and review the orientation. Upon completing
the orientation quiz, you will then be eligible to participate in "Priority
Registration" the following semester (in other words, you get to
register your next term prior to the regular, open registration dates - before new students are allowed!).
Counseling
Services
How
can a counselor help me? Counselors
are available for academic, career, vocational, transfer, and personal
counseling services. Counselors can help you clarify your educational
and career goals and help you design a pathway to reach your goals. Counselors
are also knowledgeable of campus and community resources. Call 408.848.4723 to schedule a counseling appointment.
What
is the difference between a scheduled appointment and walk-in counseling?
Scheduled appointments are individual, confidential, 30 minute sessions
with a counselor. Students are required to schedule appointments to have
transcripts evaluated, petition for graduation, and develop an educational
plan. Walk-in counseling is appropriate for students who have concerns
or questions that can be addressed in a 10 minute session with a counselor.
Can
the online counselor assist me with all my needs?
The online counselor can help in many ways, please view the web
site for details. Keep in mind that you will have to schedule a counseling
appointment if you want to develop an educational plan or have your transcripts
evaluated.
Academic Records (Transcripts)
Who
can evaluate my transcripts and tell me just where I stand regarding my
transfer or degree plans? A counselor can evaluate your
transcripts and tell you where you stand in relationship to your goals.
Make sure you schedule an appointment during the semester to have an
evaluation conducted. This service cannot take place during Walk-in Service as a 10 minute counseling session is not sufficient time to conduct a thorough evaluation.
How
do I get a copy of my transcripts from high school or other schools/colleges
I've attended? Call the Admissions
office of the schools you have attended. Request that copies are sent
to you and to Gavilan College.
How
do I know if Gavilan College has all my transcripts from all the schools
or colleges I have attended? You
can check with the Admissions Office at Gavilan during non-peak registration
times. Keep in mind that if you want a counselor to evaluate your records,
you must request for the Gavilan Admissions office to send copies of your
records to the counselor you scheduled to meet.
How
do I get a copy of my transcripts from Gavilan College?
The Gavilan Admission office has the required Transcript Request Form
that you will need to complete, allow for at least 5 working days for
your request to be processed.
Degree
and Certificate Programs
How
do I know if the classes I took at another college count toward my degree
at Gavilan? A counselor will need to evaluate all of your
academic records before credit can be awarded. Counselors can require
students to provide course descriptions for the lower-division work completed
at other colleges prior to awarding credit at Gavilan College.
A word of caution for students
who have completed upper-division course work at universities or colleges:
Upper-division credit can not be used for the requirements of an Associates
degree, general education certification, lower-division major preparation,
certificates, or electives - this restriction is described on Title 5
section 55805.5. of the Education Code. Please see a counselor for additional
information.
I
am interested in the Nursing Program. How do I get general information
and a Nursing program application?
The Allied Health Department has an excellent web site
that will provide you with all the information you need regarding the
Nursing program.
How
do I find out if I am eligible for a degree or certificate?
You can either look in the college catalog
to see if you have completed all the required course work for a degree
or a certificate or you can schedule an appointment with a counselor for
a graduation evaluation. The counselor can also assist you with the graduation
petition.
What
certificate programs does Gavilan offer? Our catalog will
provide you with a comprehensive listing of our certificate
programs, including descriptions and possible job opportunities within
the field.
Is
it possible to complete a certificate and a degree at the same time?
Yes, it is possible to complete a certificate, an associates degree, and
also transfer if that is what you wish to do. Planning is the key to ensuring
that you meet your educational goals. Meet with a counselor who can develop
an educational plan with you.
Transfer
I
am planning to transfer to a four-year college or university. How do I
make sure that all the classes I am taking at Gavilan will count toward
meeting my goals? There are
two options for you: 1) go to www.assist.org
and review the articulation agreements Gavilan has with many transfer
institutions; and/or 2) schedule a counseling
appointment with a counselor for a transcript evaluation.
Aside
from completing my General Education requirements before transferring,
is there anything else I should be doing?
Yes, you should complete the requirements for your intended
major. Some majors have an extensive preparation program and therefore
it is highly advisable for you to declare a major and meet with a counselor
to identify the courses you must complete at Gavilan prior to transferring.
How
do I figure out what general education program I should be following (IGETC,
CSU, or Campus Specific)? The choice will depend on several
factors: your intended major at your transfer institution, your choice
of school, and whether you are prepared to select a transfer institution.
When undecided about a major or transfer institution, it is advisable
to follow the IGETC general education pattern. IGETC is accepted at all
the Universities of California (UC's) and California State Universities
(CSU's). A counselor can help identify the pattern that is most suitable
for your intended transfer goals. Schedule an appointment during your
first semester of attendance.
How
can I find out if a course I completed at another community college or
college will be accepted at the transfer institution of my choice?
You can go to www.assist.org to find
out this information. Articulation agreements for community colleges and
colleges are listed on this web site.
Educational Plan
What
is an educational plan? This is a semester-by-semester
plan that will list all the courses you need to complete in order to reach
your intended educational goal. An educational plan is a valuable planning
tool that will help you understand what you must do to meet graduation,
transfer, or certificate requirements.
How
do I get a plan? Schedule a counseling appointment for
an educational plan. Make sure that you bring to your counseling appointment
transcripts from schools you have attended, including high school transcripts.
The counselor will ask you questions regarding your career and educational
goals.
How often should
the plan be reviewed? Ideally the educational plan should
be updated every semester or at least once per academic year. It is important
to update the plan when goals change or when you are having academic difficulties. |