All students receiving financial aid are required to contact an academic advisor. Students should contact the academic advisor prior to registering for classes. All new degree seeking students are required to contact an academic advisor to discuss goals and degree program requirements. All new students are assigned an academic advisor. It is essential for the student to maintain contact with the academic advisor as he or she progresses through their educational program.
Academic advisors welcome all students on a walk-in bais during business hours.
New students are also strongly encouraged to participate in New Student Orientation. Here students will learn all the essentials of becoming a successful college student, find degree and certificate information, tips for success, and other important information. Students who are enrolling in course work for job upgrade or personal development are encouraged to see an academic advisor for assistance in choosing the course that will best meet their educational goal. In addition, students have the opportunity to meet with the academic department if required. Transfer Student Advising Students whose primary interest in attending the Community College of Aurora is to prepare for transfer to a four-year college or university should familiarize themselves with the requirements of the institution to which they will transfer.