Counselors are ready to meet with you In Person, via Zoom or by Phone!
Schedule a 30 or 60-minute counseling appointment or utilize our same day drop-in counseling services.
Due to the high volume of appointment requests, we encourage you to call or come in for a drop-in if appointments are not available. Please note that hours are subject to change and there is limited availability for drop-in sessions on Fridays.
The Counseling Office is closed on October 10th, November 11th, 27th & 28th and December 24th-December 31st.
Book a 30 or 60-Minute Counseling Appointment (In-Person, Telephone, and Video options available.)
Click here to access Cuesta Connect to make a Counseling appointment
Must be an active Cuesta student to schedule a 30 or 60-minute Counseling appointment.
Please read important information regarding your counseling appointment:
To check-in for your appointment on the San Luis Obispo Campus:
Enter the 3100 building for Student Services and Check-in at Counseling window.
To check-in for your appointment on the North County Campus:
Enter the N1100 building (campus center building), go to the 2nd floor.
SLO & NC Campus Map
Both campuses require a Parking Permit while semesters are in session.
If you don't have a semester pass, you can purchase a daily pass for $4 at a kiosk.
Make sure to have a current phone number on file. The counselor will call you directly at the time of your meeting.
- Access to a computer during your appointment is ideal.
- Please be in a quiet, distraction free area.
- Have something to take notes.
Please arrive on time and check in with the counseling assistant for your appointment.
Students who arrive more than 10 minutes late may be marked as a no-show or need to reschedule.
To ensure the safety and well-being of our campus community, please adhere to the COVID-19 guidelines. If you are feeling unwell, experiencing any symptoms related to COVID-19, or have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive, we kindly urge you to refrain from coming to campus. Your health and the health of those around you are our top priorities. If you are experiencing symptoms, do not come in for your appointment and do not come to campus. Call (805)546-3138 to change your appointment from in-person to video or telephone, or reschedule for a future date. Click here for COVID-19 info and guidelines.
Your Cuesta student email must be activated to receive VIDEO meeting link.
Once booked, your link to connect is sent to your MyCuesta student email. If you haven't yet activated your MyCuesta student email, you can click here to find instructions or call Student IT Support for assistance at (805) 546-9824.
Please do not open the meeting link prior to your appointment time.
Please be in a quiet, distraction free zone and ensure your audio is working.
Please note the following disclosure for online video counseling appointments:
- At Cuesta College, we take your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal information very seriously. Unfortunately, due to the public nature of the Internet, it is impossible for us to guarantee complete privacy during your online counseling sessions. Please use discretion and common sense when providing personal information online.
To fully benefit from an online counseling appointment, you are agreeing to:
- Have a counselor access and discuss your academic records
- Interact with the counselor in a productive, positive, and professional manner
- Provide information that is current and truthful about yourself, your academic records, and your educational goals
- Conduct the conversation in a private setting (without others viewing or listening) with good lighting and no distracting noises
- Not record the session without permission from the counselor
Same Day Virtual (Telephone) Drop-in Counseling
For TELEPHONE Drop-In sessions, please call (805)546-3138.
Drop-in counseling is on a first-come, first-served basis and is best for:
- Credit Overload Petitions
- Same semester class questions
- Pass/No Pass grading options
- Course add/drop questions
The average wait time is 30 minutes. If you are waiting longer than 30 minutes for a telephone drop-in, please call the counseling office at (805)546-3138 to check drop-in status.
Drop-In Hours (SLO & NCC)
Walk-in counseling is a 15-minute meeting, served on a first come first served basis.
SLO CAMPUS - Bldg. 3100
Monday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Tuesday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Wednesday 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Thursday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Friday 9:00AM - 3:30PM - Very Limited Drop-In Availability on Fridays
NC CAMPUS - Bldg. N1100 (2nd Floor)
Monday - 9:00AM - 12:30PM
Tuesday - 2:30PM - 5:30PM
Wednesday - 11:00AM - 5:30PM
Thursday - 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Friday - No Drop-In Hours Available (Virtual appointments are available)
Due to counselor availability, walk-in hours may be subject to change. Please call to check availability (805) 546-3138.
Please note: The last drop-in sessions are checked in 30 minutes before end time. On October 1st, 8th, 15th & November 26th walk-in will be limited to 2:30pm-5:30pm.
Transfer & Career Center Appointments and Drop-in
Call (805) 546-3162 to make a Transfer/Career Counseling Appointment or place yourself on the list for a same day drop-in session.
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