Schedule an Appointment
Newly Admitted Students
- Online New Student Orientation
- Have valid placement for math and English
- Identify your major or area of study
Making an Advising Appointment
- We book two weeks in advance, Monday through Friday, and you will only see calendar openings for two weeks from today's date.
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Please make sure to check your email address for accuracy. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 30 minutes or have trouble booking, please email advising@clark.edu and include your ctcLink ID number.
- Please select an appointment within your program area or refer to our Program Advising Contacts for faculty-advised programs.
- If you are more than 10 minutes late for your advising appointment, you will be marked as a "no show" and will need to reschedule.
Book Appointment for Running Start
Students enrolled as a Junior or Senior in their high school may enroll at Clark College, through the Running Start program. Take college classes for credit towards your high school diploma and get college credits. Some students can earn an associate degree while also graduating from their local high school. Meet with an advisor to discuss how to maximize your time at Clark to meet High School requirements and College prerequisites, or discuss degree options at Clark.
25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning
45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries
Running Start - 25 minute - on campus appointment
Running Start - 25 minute - virtual appointment
Book Appointment for Health Care and BioSciences (Pre-Health)
Clark College’s Health Care and BioScience programs prepare you for a range of settings, including home care, hospitals, medical offices, pharmacies, dental offices, and more. Common fields of interest for pre-health students include medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physician assistant, optometry, nursing, podiatry, pharmacy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, athletic training, and others.
More information on programs
Last Names A-F: Lindsey Earl
Last Names G-O: Jessica Hash
Last Names P-Z: Marcy Gilchrist
NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.
25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning
45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries
Healthcare and Bioscience - 25 minute - on campus appointment
Healthcare and Bioscience - 25 minute - virtual appointment
Healthcare and Bioscience - 45 minute - on campus appointment
Advising for Engineering and Computer Science
Clark College Faculty Advisors will assist students interested in fields in engineering, including mechanical, civil, electrical, computer and biochemical. Computer Science students can schedule with faculty advisors as well.
More information on programs
NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with your faculty advisor.
Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Aeronautical, Environmental, Industrial, BioMedical) -
Tina Barsotti: cbarsotti@clark.edu
Carol Hsu: chsu@clark.edu
Engineering (Electrical, Renewable Energy, BioEngineering, Chemical, Computer Science) -
Izad Khormaee: ikhormaee@clark.edu
Nick Macias: nmacias@clark.edu
Book Appointment for Advanced Manufacturing
Our Advanced Manufacturing area of study takes you out of the classroom and into shop environments that simulate real-world work settings. Meet with an advisor to discuss programs like Automotive, Welding, Diesel and Mechatronics.
More information on programs
Last Names A-Z: Wendé Fisher
NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.
25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning
45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries
Advanced Manufacturing - 25 minute - on campus appointment
Advanced Manufacturing - 25 minute - virtual appointment
Book Appointment for Business and Entrepreneurship
Choose between programs focused on business, culinary arts, or office settings. You
can also continue past your associate degree by earning a Bachelor of Applied Science
in Applied Management. Meet with an advisor to discuss programs like: Marketing, Accounting, Small Business Management, Cuisine and Baking.
More information on programs
Last Names A-J: April Cannon or Joe Jenkins
Last Names K-Z: Wendé Fisher
All Culinary and Baking Students: Wendé Fisher
NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.
25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning
45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries
Business - 25 minute - on campus appointment
Business - 25 minute - virtual appointment
Book Appointment for Creative and Communication Arts
Whether your creative interests involve designing, communicating, performing, or producing, you’ll find a home in our Creative and Communication Arts area of study. We offer various programs to explore your creativity and express your artistic voice and vision.
More information on programs
Last Names A-K: April Cannon
Last Names L-Z: Joe Jenkins
NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.
25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning
45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries
Creative and Communication Arts - 25 minute - on campus appointment
Creative and Communication Arts - 25 minute - virtual appointment
Creative and Communication Arts - 45 minute - on campus appointment
Creative and Communication Arts - 45 minute - virtual appointment
Book Appointment for Public Service, Society and Education
Do you feel called to serve those around you? Do you want to make an impact on the world? At Clark College, you can explore human behavior, culture, and social issues while preparing yourself for a career in education or public service. This area of study is for students who are committed to changing lives and making a difference in the world.
Early Childhood Education, Addiction Counseling and Bachelor of Applied Science in
Teacher Education:
Please refer to Program Advising Contacts on our website.
Last Names beginning with:
A-F: Lindsey Earl
G-L: Jessica Hash
M-P: Jessica, Lindsey or Marcy
Q-Z: Marcy Gilchrist
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English & Math Placement
Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.
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25 minute advising sessions
Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning
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45 minute advising sessions
New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries
NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.
25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning
45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries
Public Service and Education - 25 minute - on campus appointment
Public Service and Education - 25 minute - virtual appointment
Public Service and Education - 45 minute - on campus appointment
Public Service and Education - 45 minute - virtual appointment
Book Appointment for Science and Technology
Are you a curious, analytical problem-solver who likes to explore how things work? You’d be at home in the Science and Technology area of study, where students gain hands-on, real-world experience—doing everything from studying microbes to designing rockets to trouble-shooting computer networks. This includes Networking Technologies, Computer Support, and Science (non-healthcare related) Transfer majors.
- If you are interested in medical related programs at the university, please schedule with our Health Care and BioSciences team.
- If you are interested in engineering or computer science, please refer to the faculty advising information below under Engineering & Computer Science.
Last Names A-K: April Cannon
Last Names L-Z: Joe Jenkins
NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.
25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning
45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries
Science and Technology - 25 minute - on campus appointment
Science and Technology - 25 minute - virtual appointment
Book Appointment for General Transfer
Clark College offers programs to specifically support students who intend to transfer to a university after Clark and complete their bachelor degree. Students interested in earning an Associate of Arts degree (AA-DTA) or any of our transfer degrees should meet with an advisor to understand requirements, course scheduling and how to transfer to a university.
Interested in healthcare-related majors? Check out the Healthcare & Biosciences calendars!
Interested in computer science or engineering? Check out the information on the side bar for how to connect to your faculty advisors!
25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning
45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries
Transfer Programs - 25 minute - on campus appointment
Transfer Programs - 25 minute - virtual appointment
Book Appointment for Exploratory Advising
Exploratory advising is a great option for students who need support with:
- Deciding on a major/program to pursue at Clark
- Mapping out the AA-DTA but not sure of their long-term plan or focus area
- Exploring alternate program pathways or career pathways
45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as exploring educational pathways at Clark, short-term and long-term goals, designing degree plans, and connecting career goals with academic options.
1 hour group advising sessions are designed for: learning Academic and Transfer pathways alongside peers, sharing insights on academic exploration and arallel programs, and discussing various majors and career options.
Exploratory Advising - 45 minute - on campus appointment
Exploratory Advising - 45 minute - virtual appointment
Appointment Availability for Current & Returning Students
Day | In-Person Appointment Hours | Virtual Appointment Hours |
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Monday | 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Tuesday | 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Wednesday | 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Thursday | 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Friday | N/A | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Quick Questions via Zoom or In-Person
These 5-10 minute visits are for current students who need immediate support and may be limited due to staff availability.
These quick questions can include:
- Next term planning (transcript evaluations and long term planning must be done in an appointment)
- How to change a major or ask to have major updated
- Placement/eligibility questions
- How to apply for graduation
- Class was cancelled/dropped from a class, what should be done now
Monday - Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Virtual Quick Questions via Zoom
Monday - Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.