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