Fall 2024 Dates and Deadlines
First Counseling Contact
July 15 – September 20
Update a current educational plan each semester with a Pico Partnership counselor. If
you have an updated educational plan from another department, a Pico Partnership counselor
needs to review it.
Second Counseling Contact
September 23 – November 1
Meet with a Pico Partnership counselor to discuss progress in reaching educational
goals for the term and plan your Winter/Spring 2025 courses in preparation for your
priority registration date.
Third Counseling Contact
November 4 – December 20
The purpose of this contact is to help you prepare for the next term or to make future
plans if you are graduating, receiving a certificate, or transferring.
Career Contact
July 15 – December 20
The purpose of this contact is to help you explore your options or gain real-world
experience whether you are undecided on your major/career or know exactly where you
want to end up.
Wellness Contact
July 15 – December 20
The purpose of this contact is to enhance your overall personal wellbeing.
Important Dates
August 1 -31
CSU filing period for Spring 2025 transfers.
Week of August 19
Book Vouchers available
August 26
Fall 2024 semester begins.
September 1 – 30
UC ‘TAG’ filing period for Fall 2025 transfers
September 2
For Cal Grant opportunity, submit 2024-2025 FAFSA or California Dream Act Application by this date.
October 1 – November 30
UC application filing period for Fall 2025 transfer
October 1 – November 30
CSU application filing period for Fall 2025 transfer.
Early October 2024
Pico Partnership Priority Registration period for summer and fall 2024
Early November 2024
Pico Partnership Priority Registration period for winter and spring 2025. See Corsair Connect for the exact time you can enroll.
December 1
Last day to petition to graduate for Fall 2024.
December 10-17
Fall 2024 Semester Final Exams.
How to Fulfill Your Contact Requirements
Academic Contact
Book your academic contact appointment with a Pico Partnership academic counselor
online by completing the following steps:
- Log in to Corsair Connect.
- On the main page, scroll down to SMC Quick
Links on the left-hand side. - Click on Book a Counseling Appointment.
When you are in the booking system, you will be able to sort by Program/Area, Counselor,
Day, and Time. You can also cancel existing appointments and view your appointment
history. Once an appointment is booked, you will receive a confirmation sent to your
SMC student email address.
- Mark your appointment in your personal calendar to remind you to be available during this time.
- Ensure your phone number is updated in Corsair Connect by selecting “Enrollment Services”
Career Contact
Choose 1 of the following options:
Complete 1 meeting with a Career counselor.
Visit Career Services Center website or call 310-434-4337 to book an appointment with a career counselor.
-OR-
Complete 1 FREE StudentLingo* online workshop from the following category:
Career Exploration
- Creating Your College Bucket List: Explore, Experience, Succeed
- Exploring Careers & Choosing A Major
- Mastering The Job Interview
- Maximizing Your College Experience
- What It Takes To Be A Successful Student
- Writing Effective Resumes & Cover Letters
Follow these 2 steps
- Visit www.smc.edu/studentlingo for details and simple registration instructions.
- Submit your Certificate of Completion to PicoPartnership@smc.edu.
-OR-
Attend one SMC Career Services Center or Pico Partnership Career Workshop
- Request the workshop facilitator to email you an attendance verification.
Wellness Contact
Choose 1 of the following options:
Complete 1 meeting with a Wellness counselor.
Visit Center of Wellness and Wellbeing website to book an appointment with a Wellness counselor.
-OR-
Complete 1 FREE StudentLingo* online workshop from Personal/Life Management list:
- Eating Disorders: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Support
- Emotional Intelligence: The Other Key To Academic Success
- How To Achieve Well-Being, Balance & Success
- Mental Health & Suicide: Helping Yourself & Others
- Overcoming Procrastination: Causes & Cures
- Stress Management Techniques
- Setting & Accomplishing Realistic Goals
- Sexual Violence Awareness & Prevention: A Title IX Training For Students
- Time Management: Strategies For Success
Follow these 2 steps:
- Visit www.smc.edu/studentlingo for details and simple registration instructions.
- Submit your Certificate of Completion to PicoPartnership@smc.edu.
-OR-
Attend one EOPS or Pico Partnership Wellness Workshop
- Sign up links will be shared via email
Connect with a Career Counselor
Connect with a Wellness Counselor
To be eligible for services, students must be currently enrolled and have paid their
health fees.
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