Advisor or Counselor?

Advisors

Academic advisors are available on a walk-in basis. Advisors provide a full array of services ranging from college admissions to financial aid, and advising and registration. Students may wish to see an advisor to discuss topics such as:

• Degree planning
• Transfer planning
• Information about programs offered at Lone Star College System
• Assistance with course selection
• Schedule changes and withdrawals
• Graduation requirements
• College placement tests

Counselors

Counselors are available to meet with students by appointment. However, some concerns may be addressed on a walk-in basis. Counselors are at least master's level professionals who are trained to provide personal, academic, and career counseling services. Students often seek counseling services for the following reasons:

• Academic Probation and Suspension
• Test anxiety
• Study and note-taking strategies
• Time management
• Academic problems
• Strategies for managing stress, anxiety and depression
• Crisis intervention
• Community referrals
• Career planning and exploration