Academic Advising
Academic advisors assist with:
- Selecting classes to match your academic and career goals
- Choosing a degree or certificate
- Preparing to transfer
- Checking your progress toward graduation
- Opportunities to get involved
See us when you:
- Are unsure which classes to take
- Are thinking about changing degrees
- Want guidance with the transfer process
- Are seeking support but aren't sure where to start
Whether you're a new student, a current student, or returning to MCC after some time away, we're ready and eager to help you achieve your goals.
What can we help you with today?
- I’m a new student and need help getting started.
All new full-time students are required to complete New Student Orientation (NSO) to register as a full-time student. While NSO is optional for new part-time students, we strongly encourage part-time students to take it as well.
See New-Student Orientation to get started.
- I'm a current or returning student and I need an appointment
How can I make an advising appointment?
Scheduling an appointment is ideal when you have several questions and need in-depth assistance. You can arrange to meet with us one-on-one over the phone or via Zoom, or in-person.-
- For a phone or Zoom appointment you can schedule online, call (815) 479-7565 or stop by A257.
- For an in-person appointment, call (815) 479-7565 or stop by A257.
Should I just email my questions to advising?
You can email simple, straightforward advising-related questions like “can you suggest one more class to add next semester” to advising@mchenry.edu. However, if you have in-depth, multi-layered, or open-ended questions, call (815) 479-7565 during business hours to arrange an appointment.I need help learning how to enroll in my classes using Student Planning.
See our overview of Student Planning, including video tutorials on how to register for courses online. -
- I need information about degrees, certificates, or graduation
- I need transfer resources
- I want to learn more about student support services