Student Success
Academic Advising Services
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact Advising?
Professional Advisors are located in the Student Success Center in College Hall. Stop by or phone 215-641-6577 for an appointment. Our fax number is 215-619-7183. Advising at our West Campus, located in Pottstown, is available in the Student Success Center, 610-718-1851.
E-Learning students are welcome to schedule a phone advising appointment by call the above number or to email us at advising@mc3.edu with questions or concerns.
How are advisors assigned?
All first year students are assigned to professional advisors in the Central Campus Student Success Center or West Campus Student Success Center. After their first year, full-time students are assigned to full-time faculty advisors (Check your degree audit for your advisor's name and location.) Part-time students are welcome to use any of our advising services in person at the Central or West Campus Centers, by email, or phone.
Are there advising services for ESL/International students?
The ESL Advising Specialist assists ESL and International students with meeting immigration and MCCC requirements. The ESL Advisor will guide students through the admissions and testing process, explain testing results, help with program of study and course selections, and with adjusting to the American college system. Students can call 215-641-6577 and ask for the ESL Advising Specialist.
Who can guide me through pre-Nursing, MLT, or Dental Hygiene program requirements?
Advisors specializing in Pre-Nursing and Pre-MLT or Dental Hygiene are available in the Student Success Center. All Prospective Health Career students should check with these advisors to ensure they are meeting all requirements prior to their formal acceptance into these programs.
What if I want to self-advise?
Full-time students registering at the College Hall admissions window need an advisor's signature in order to register. If you, as a part-time student wish to self-advise, be sure to use the degree audit the College mails you each semester. The audit lists the credits and courses you have completed in your program of study and the ones you still need to complete in order to receive your degree or certificate. Anytime you want a copy of your degree audit or want to see how your courses might fit in another program of study, just call or email Advising@mc3.edu.
How do I change my program of study (major)?
You can phone in the change at 215-641-6660 or 610-718-1851 or email the change to advising@mc3.edu. Change of Program forms are available at Registration windows or at the Student Success or Development Centers. If you wish a degree audit for the new program of study, we will be happy to print or mail one to you.
How will I know my courses transfer to another college?
Both Central and West advising and counseling areas have transfer guides available for most local colleges and universities. The Counseling Center also has many catalogs from colleges throughout the country, and counselors are available to assist undecided students with transfer planning and decision-making. Stop by, call, or email Advising@mc3.edu or Counseling@mc3.edu with your questions.
How can I get help with choosing a career direction?
The Student Success Center at Central Campus and Student Success Center at West have both written resources and Discover, a computer based program that assists students with the career planning process and career choices. The Centers offer career decision-making workshops and a semester long 2 credit course in the Psychology of Career Development to assist you in more depth. Career counselors are also available to help you explore your career and educational options on an individual basis. Check the above web pages or call 215-641-6577 or 610-718-1857.
