Student Services

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Academic Counseling Offers academic, career, transfer, and personal counseling services.

Admissions and Records Assists with admissions, registration, and student records.

Articulation Identifies whether coursework will receive credit at another higher-ed institution.

Assistive Technology Training Center Provides instruction in computer access to students with a broad range of disabilities, using the latest assistive technology.

Basic Needs Center Directs housing, food, and transportation insecure students to resources.

Behavioral Intervention Care Team Report behavior of concern.

Bookstore Textbooks, Apparel, Supplies and more.

CalWORKs Assists CalWORKs recipients in achieving academic goals and becoming self-sufficient.

Career Center Guides students in exploring job and career options and opportunities.

Child Development Center Programs for children 2 years - pre-K and a preschool lab for students studying child development.

Distance Education Training, resources and support for learning and teaching online.

Dreamers Provides undocumented and AB 540 students and DACA recipients support services.

Dual Enrollment Students Helps high school students enroll in college courses and earn college credit.

East Campus Library & Learning Resource Center Provides textbook lending, research databases, computer lab, WiFi, study areas, and math tutoring at VCEC.

Educational Assistance Center (EAC/DSP&S) Accommodates and provides support services to students with disabilities.

English and Math Placement Determines appropriate placement recommendations into English and math classes.

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) Serves low income and educationally disadvantaged students in completing academic goals.

Financial Aid Provides information and access to financial resources to fund student education.

First Year Experience Prepares incoming freshmen for long-term success through a free, year-long program.

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Foster and Kinship Care Education Program Provides education and support activities to the caregivers of children and youth in out-of-home care.

International Student Program Supports prospective international students from local colleges and universities.

Learning Center Provides textbook lending, research databases, computer lab, WiFi, study areas, and tutoring.

Library Provides access to textbooks, digital devices, study rooms, and tutoring.

MESA Community College Program (MCCP) Serves to enrich the experience of students majoring in math, science, and engineering.

Official Transcripts & Diplomas Processes paper and e-transcript requests for current and former students.

Outreach Services Enables the enrollment of students from local high schools and the community.

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Personal/Mental Health Counseling Confidential and no-cost mental health counseling.

Project S:AIL in STEM Success teams, programs, and resources for students in STEM.

Scholarships Explore ways to pay for college that don't have to be repaid.

Starfish Connect - Student Schedule counseling appointments, connect with services, and receive messages from instructors to be more successful.

STEM Harbor A study area for students registered in STEM courses, STEM majors, or students interested in exploring STEM majors and careers.

Student Activities Office Provide opportunities for students to expand and develop through activities and experiences.

Student Business Office Provides a variety of financial services to students, staff, and faculty.

Student Clubs Provides students with opportunities to engage, gain leadership experience, and work to achieve common goals.

Student Conduct, Complaint & Grievance Resolving conflict and keeping students safe.

Student Health Center Directs students to achieve optimal wellness to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Testing Center Provides proctoring services and faculty-approved make-up examinations.

The Compass Welcome Center Assists and supports students to ensure a successful transition to and navigation through Ventura College.

Tutoring Provides free, personalized, and 24/7 online tutoring in STEM and literacy.

University Transfer Center Guides students in exploring job, career, and transfer options and opportunities.

Ventura College East Campus Provides educational access and degrees to the Santa Clara River Valley communities of Fillmore, Piru and Santa Paula.

Ventura College Promise Reduces obstacles for incoming first-year, first time, full-time students.

Veterans Resource Center Offers services and networking opportunities to U.S. veterans and dependents.