Advising & Counseling

Advising & Counseling Office Offers

Advising for new students with prior college credits
Prospective students planning to transfer credits earned at other colleges or universities are welcome to meet with an academic advisor. The advisor will review your transcripts and assist you in registering for classes. Call 908-526-1200 x8336 for an appointment.  Make sure that the Admissions Office has received official copies of your college transcripts in advance of the meeting or bring your transcripts with you -- unofficial or official.

Advising for high school students enrolling in Early Credit courses
If you are a high school junior or senior with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and want to take a college class at RVCC, you will need to meet with an advisor in order to register for your first class. Make sure to bring your completed Early Credits registration form including signatures from your high school guidance counselor or principal and a parent; high school transcript; placement testing documentation if required;  and a photo ID. To make an appointment call 908-526-1200 x8336.

Advising for Prospective International Students
A special advisor is available to assist foreign students planning to attend RVCC on F-1 visas. The advisor will walk you step-by-step through the admissions process. For additional information contact Elizabeth Sullivan at elizabeth.sullivan@raritanval.edu or 908-526-1200 x8452.

Workshops on Succeeding in College
Workshops are held throughout the year to help you deal with the pressures of school, family and life.

Degree Evaluations
We’ll help you set up a process that will measure your progress toward earning a degree.

Transfer Counseling
Advisors will help you navigate the process of selecting a college to continue your studies after graduation. They’ll help you select a school that best suits your career goals and will accept the maximum number of transfer credits. There are also workshops to help guide you through the process.

Transfer Fairs & Instant Decisions Days
Based on the success of our graduates, some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the country come to RVCC to recruit students. You can take advantage of these events to explore all your options and even consider schools you only dreamed of attending after graduation.

Personal Counseling
Free, personal short-term counseling is available to students. We recognize your college years can be challenging and we want to support you and help you have a productive, rewarding and satisfying college experience.

Services for Adult Learners
Returning to the classroom after many years can be challenging and stressful. We offer special services to help you make a successful transition to college and balance school, family and work. The Lifelong Educational Opportunity Students Club provides an opportunity for adult learners to share their experiences and concerns in a supportive atmosphere. We can also offer guidance on how to earn credits for prior learning experience.

Academic Plans
Our advisors are here to help you set your academic goals, stay on track and realize your dreams. 

Office Hours & Location

• Monday 8:30am - 5pm
  Drop-In Hours no appointment needed 8:30am - 4:30pm
• Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
  Drop-In Hours no appointment needed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
• Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
  Drop-In Hours no appointment needed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
• Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
  Drop-In Hours no appointment needed: 8:30am - 2pm & 4 - 5pm
• Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
  Drop-In Hours: no appointment needed: 8:30am - 4pm

Location: College Center, 1st Floor, C165