Student Handbook - San Diego Mesa College

A PARTNERSHIP FOR SUCCESS
ADMISSIONS & MATRICULATION
Matriculation is a process that brings you and the college into an agreement for the purpose of achieving your goals. We ask you to enter
into a partnership with us to ensure your success. In other words, we ask you to commit yourself to an educational goal, and we promise
to help you succeed.
THE MATRICULATION PROCESS
STEP 1 Admissions—Submit an application to Mesa College. Don’t forget to have transcripts sent from colleges you
previously attended.
STEP 2 Online Orientation—Take an orientation session that will provide you with:
• Your test results with interpretation
• Directions on selecting courses/degree requirements
• College procedures, deadlines, and policies
• Outline of student rights and responsibilities
• An overview of campus support services and resources
• A planning folder, which includes the Student Handbook
STEP 3 Assessment—Take the English and Math Assessment Tests.
STEP 4 The Student Education Plan (SEP)—Make an appointment to meet with a counselor to design a personal
education plan outlining your complete course requirements for your degree/transfer. Periodic updating of this
plan is encouraged.
Note that before scheduling an appointment, you must have the following:
1. Mesa College Application on file.
2. A valid CSID number
3. Math and English assessments completed
4. Official transcripts of all colleges attended on file
5. Official transcripts must be evaluated for course equivalency (see a staff person in counseling)
Counseling appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Appointments may be scheduled by
telephone or in person. Due to the high demand for counseling appointments, you should contact us as early in
the morning as possible to book your appointment.
STEP 5 Follow-up — Students encountering academic difficulties are referred to appropriate college services by
counselor/instructor intervention and follow-up activities. Please check your own progress to ensure success by
being aware of areas where you might be experiencing difficulties. Seek help and use all student support services
when necessary. If you’re not sure what to do, visit the Counseling Office, and we’ll help direct you to the proper
service.
The following students are exempt from the matriculation process:
• Students with the following educational goals: preparation for a new career, advancement in their current job or
career, maintenance of a certificate or license, educational development, or
• Students enrolled in apprenticeship programs
• Students who have an Associate degree or higher
• Students currently enrolled at a four-year college
• Note: Students who have taken the assessment test within the last three years are exempted
from Step 2
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