Academic Counseling

Academic Counseling at SUNY Westchester Community College supports students throughout their educational journey. Our dedicated counselors help students clarify their academic and career goals, select the right courses, and stay on track toward graduation. Whether just starting out, changing majors, or preparing to transfer to a four-year institution, we’re here to guide our students every step of the way. Academic Counseling provides personalized support tailored to each student’s unique goals and challenges, helping them make informed decisions and maximize their college experience. We work closely with students to develop academic plans that align with their strengths, interests, and long-term aspirations. From understanding degree requirements to connecting with campus resources, our team is committed to helping every student succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Speak with an Academic Counselor

Academic Counselors are available to assist you days and evenings, at many SUNY WCC locations, and remotely.

• Developing educational plans
• Selecting and scheduling courses
• Assessing abilities and interests
• Addressing personal concerns
• Career planning and job placement
• Attending to any special needs
• Considering and applying for the Emergency Aid Program

You can speak with an academic counselor at the main Valhalla, campus or at any of our centers:

Valhalla

• In-person/Remote
• In-person: Check Hours of Operations

Centers

• Mount Vernon
• Ossining
• Peekskill
• Yonkers

Mission Statement

The Office of Academic Counseling empowers students by connecting them to their academic pathways through personalized academic counseling and targeted support. The office is invested in facilitating the academic success of students to achieve their goals during their educational journey at SUNY Westchester Community College.

Vision Statement

The Office for Academic Counseling is committed to assisting every student with developing self-understanding and cultivating the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully navigate their academic journey, and ultimately achieve their personal and professional goals.

Values

The Office for Academic Counseling is dedicated to:

Advocacy and acceptance: To create an inclusive environment that values the wellbeing of students, help to achieve goals by working to remove any barriers and to provide necessary resources.

Inclusion: To create an inclusive space where every voice matters

Critical thinking and active listening: To create a welcoming space where all students feel valued and respected, regardless of their background, identity, or academic standing by actively listening to the student and skillfully analyzing their situations to identify underlying issues and provide support to each student’s unique need.

Empathy: To approach challenges with empathy and aim to understand all perspectives.

Growth Mindset: To help students develop a mindset focused on growth, supporting ongoing personal and academic development with compassion and care.