Orientation and Advisement
Online orientation is an important step for new students in getting started at Southwestern College. Visit the Online Orientation for steps on how to complete the required Online Orientation module. The Online Orientation is available in English and Spanish languages. If you have questions after completing the Online Orientation, stop by the Counseling Center at the Chula Vista, National City, Otay Mesa, or San Ysidro sites to seek guidance from the counselors. Several guided orientation/preregistration workshops are available.
Orientation topics include:
- Placement (English, mathematics, reading, ESL)
- Course selection
- Degree requirements
- Recommended course preparation
- Prerequisites
- Campus resources
- Student Rights and Responsibilities, and many other important topics
For an in-depth orientation to college, you have the option to enroll in PD 116, Personal Development/Learning Skills 116, Student Seminar.
Information about orientation:
For more information, please contact one of the following: the Counseling Center, located at the Chula Vista campus in the Cesar E. Chavez Student Services Building, (619) 421-6700 Ext. 5240; the Higher Education Center at National City, (619) 216-6665; the Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa (619) 216-6750; or the Higher Education Center at San Ysidro (619) 216-6790.