Overview

Overview

The advising process at Olympic College is designed to offer guidance to help students enroll in classes, make career choices, select from program options and transfer  to a four-year university. Students who are new to Olympic College and wish to pursue a degree in mathematics, engineering or science, initially meet with a Student Success Coach who helps you determine course selection for your first quarter at OC, and assists in developing your academic plan.

New & Transfer Student Advising Steps

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1Apply to Olympic College

Apply to Olympic College and complete the admissions steps, including those listed below. Contact the Welcome Center for one-on-one help with every step in the process.

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2Determine your Math Starting Point

There are two options for determining your math starting point: placement testing, or transcript review. Visit the Prerequisite Review webpage for more info.

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3Complete New Student Orientation

Attend a virtual session before scheduling you advising appointment with a Student Success Coach. Visit the New Student Orientation webpage to schedule an appointment.

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4Schedule Your Advising Appointment

Schedule an advising appointment with a Student Success Coach. Contact the Math, Engineering, Sciences & Health Division to schedule an appointment. Be sure to bring your placement results or test scores from Step 2 with you to the appointment.

Advising Steps for Continuing and Former Students