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2019-2020Student Support
Guidewww.miracosta.edu/studentservices
MiraCosta College1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056
3333 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff, CA 920071831 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Culture of Care……………………………..3
Academic Support…………………………5
Student Support……………………………8
Co-curricular Services…………………..14
Maps…......…………………………………17
Rev. 1/2020
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CULTURE OF CAREMiraCosta College (MCC) embraces a holistic and seamless approach
to student learning. Through programs and services, we are committed to student success by creating a cultureof care and support.
MiraCosta is committed to a proactive approach to helping our
students succeed while maintaining a safe environment for the
entire campuscommunity.
In order for students to be successful, our goal is to help them be:
Directed: have a goal and know how to achieve it
Focused: stay on track to reach their academic goals
Nurtured: we are here to help by providing tools and resources
Engaged: by actively participating in class and co-curricular activities
Connected: become part of the college community
Valued: skills, talents, abilities, and experiences are recognized
and positive contributions to this learning environment are
appreciated
Additionally, every week on Monday, a MiraCosta College Student
Success email is sent to all students. The email includes important deadlines and activities for that week.
The following pages provide some information on student support
services that can help students be successful at MiraCosta.3
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CARE PROGRAM
CARE WEBSITE
CARE RESOURCES
The Campus Assessment, Resources, and Education (CARE) Program is responsible for
addressing the basic needs and other identified concerns of students through a holistic
approach. The CARE team is committed to providing case management support to
students through ensuring connections to on-and-off campus resources that will address
housing instability, childcare, transportation, mental health, and more. Additionally, the
CARE Program is leading the efforts to address food insecurity through operating a food
pantry, mobile food pantry, and farmers market, in partnership with Service Learning.
Our care and support is accessible to all students in order to address barriers that may
impact their academic and personal success.
If you or someone you know may benefit from our program, you may submit a CARE
referral and we will outreach to determine how we can best provide care and support.
You may also walk-in to get an appointment scheduled by the CARE Program’s Student
Services Specialist in room# 3306 on the Oceanside Campus.
For additional information, click on CARE Resources to be directed to resource
information on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Homelessness, Food &
Housing Resource Guide, Food Insecurity, Emotional/Mental Health, Medical, Sexual
Misconduct, Sexual Assault, Title IX & Discrimination, Immigration, and Financial
Academics/Course Work.
CARE Program
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Campus Building Room Contact: Email:
Oceanside 3400 3437 Devon Boone [email protected]
San Elijo 900 928 Chelsea Kott [email protected]
CLC A Front Counter Mitra De Souza [email protected]
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The Academic Proctoring Center (APC) and Testing Office offer assessment and proctoring
services to current and incoming MiraCosta College students.
Academic Proctoring Center and Testing Office
Campus Building RoomMonday-Tuesday
Wednesday-Thursday
Friday -Saturday
Oceanside 3400 3334 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
San Elijo 100 101 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Closed
Community Learning Center C 137 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Closed*All information is subject to change. For updated information, please visit the website.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Computers and printers are available for student use with a variety of software necessaryto
complete your coursework. Trained lab assistants are available. AIS Computer Labs are
offered at the Oceanside Campus, San Elijo Campus, and Community Learning Center.
Librarians are available to help with research assignments anytime the library is open. Visit us
in person (no appointment needed) or use our 24/7 online chat service. Oceanside and San
Elijo campuses offer complete services including textbooks on reserve, group study rooms,
quiet study areas, and research workshops. Other resources include: Books, DVDs, 150+
research databases, laptops, Wi-Fi hotspots, headphones, and calculators.
Campus Building Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday
Oceanside 1200 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
San Elijo 100 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Community Learning CenterRoom
1269 a.m. - 1 p.m.
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Closed Closed
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Library and AIS Open Computer Lab
TESTING WEBSITE
LIBRARY WEBSITE
APC WEBSITE
STUDY ROOM
RESERVATIONS
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24/7 Chat
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Math Learning Center (MLC)
STEM Learning Center
The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Learning Centers provide
individualized drop-in and appointment-based tutoring for students enrolled in any MiraCosta
Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Biotechnology, Physical Science, and Computer Science courses
at both the Oceanside and San Elijo campuses.
Students are able to study independently or in group study rooms that can be reserved.
Many resources are available including faculty office hours, laptops, textbooks, calculators,
anatomical models and slides, and molecular models.
The Math Learning Center (MLC) is designed to help students enrolled in any MiraCosta
mathematics, statistics, or PHIL110 class. The MLC provides free drop-in and appointment-
based tutoring. Students are invited to work on their homework in the MLC and ask questions
when they need help. Students can go by themselves or with classmates. Students will find
supportive staff and various resources in the MLC available to help supplement course
instruction.
*All information is subject to change. For updated information, please visit the website.
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MLC WEBSITE
STEM WEBSITE
Campus Building Mon - Wed Thursday Friday Saturday
Oceanside 1200 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
San Elijo 100 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Closed Closed
CLC A 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Closed
Campus Building Mon - Wed Thursday Friday Saturday
Oceanside 1200 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
San Elijo 100 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Closed Closed
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Writing Center
The Tutoring & Academic Support Center (TASC) is committed to enhancing student retention
and success by providing assistance to students through innovative academic support services.
TASC offers a comprehensive, free peer tutoring program for any student enrolled in non-STEM
courses at MiraCosta college.
The Writing Center is a place students can drop-in to work on writing, reading, or speeches.
Students can work in our space and when there is a question, sign in to work with a writing
consultant. We can help at any stage of the writing process. The Writing Center is a free
service for all currently enrolled MiraCosta students.
*All information is subject to change. For updated information, please visit the website.
*All information is subject to change. For updated information, please visit the website.
Campus Building Room Monday - Thursday Friday
Oceanside 1200 1st Floor 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Community Learning Center A 13610 a.m. - 1 p.m.
4 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Closed
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TASC WEBSITE
WRITING CENTER
WEBSITE
Tutoring and Academic Support Center (TASC)
Building Room
Monday,
Tuesday,
Thursday
Wednesday Friday Saturday
1200 1st Floor 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
100 112 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Closed
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
4 p.m. - 8 p.m. 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.A 136 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Closed
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The Admissions and Records Office is responsible for processing applications for
admission; registering students in credit and noncredit classes; processing grades; evaluating
records for graduation certificates and transfer; providing official transcripts; and enforcing
academic regulations and deadlines.
Admissions and Records Office
Campus BuildingMonday-Thursday
Friday Saturday
Oceanside 3300 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Closed
San Elijo 800 Admin 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Closed
CommunityLearning Center
A 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Career Studies and Services empowers students to make informed, intentional career
decisions. They offer career assessment and counseling, internships and cooperative work
experience, job readiness and job search preparation, job/internship fairs, employment and
career workshops, as well as career and major fairs.
Career Studies and Services
Campus BuildingMonday -Thursday
Friday
Oceanside OC4700 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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CAREER WEBSITE
ADMISSIONS WEBSITE
Campus Building Monday & Wednesday
San Elijo Admin 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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Provides legally-mandated, academic accommodations and support services for students
with disabilities to ensure equal access to college programs and activities such as:
Educational and disability management counseling; alternate format materials (braille, digital,
large print); note takers and sign language interpreters; learning disability
assessment; assistive technology lab; real-time captioning, equipment loan, and advocacy.
Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS) assists students who are economically,
socially, and educationally disadvantaged. EOPS provides specialized counseling, education
planning, priority registration, textbook vouchers and loans, and CalWORKs program.
Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS)
Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS)
Campus Building Monday - Thursday Friday
Oceanside 3000 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Building Monday Tuesday - Thursday Friday
Oceanside 3000 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Educational Counseling provides advising and educational planning for students to be
successful in achieving their educational goals and at MiraCosta. Students can meet with
a counselor via 45-minute appointment; express and mobile counseling; online express chat
and appointments; workshops; and informational videos. Students must have a
comprehensive education plan to obtain and maintain priority enrollment.
Educational Counseling
Campus Building Monday - Thursday Friday
Oceanside 3700 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
San Elijo 800 Admin 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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EOPS WEBSITE
DSPS WEBSITE
COUNSELING WEBSITE
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The International Office serves international students who have an F-1 visa including
recruitment, admission, counseling, and visa advisory. We also advise students interested in
studying abroad.
International Office & Study Abroad
The Financial Aid Office provides financial assistance from various federal and state
programs, including the MiraCosta College Promise. They also provide outreach and
financial literacy education including workshops.
The Scholarship Office oversees the scholarship application and distributes scholarships.
Health Services assists students with their physical and mental health needs so they
may accomplish academic success. Services and programs focus on medical care provided
by registered nurses and a nurse practitioner. Mental health counselors provide individual,
couples and family counseling. Health Services works with community agencies to provide
on-campus services such as HIV testing; family planning as well as self-care services such
as band-aids; condoms; and feminine products.
Financial Aid & Scholarship Office
Health Services
Scholarship Office
Campus Building Monday, Tuesday,Friday Wed - Thursday
Oceanside 3000 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Financial Aid Office
Campus Building Monday - Thursday Friday Wednesday
Oceanside 3000 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
San Elijo Admin 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Campus Room Monday, Tuesday,Wed Thursday Friday
Oceanside 3326 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
San Elijo 922 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
*All information is subject to change. For updated information, please visit the website.
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Campus Building Monday - Thursday Friday
Oceanside 3400 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
INTERNATIONAL
WEBSITE
HEALTH SERVICES
WEBSITE
FINANCIAL AID
WEBSITESCHOLARSHIP
WEBSITE
STUDY ABROAD
WEBSITE
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The members of the MiraCosta College Police Department (MCPD) are responsible for
protecting life and property on or near any property owned or controlled by the MiraCosta
Community College District. MCPD is responsible for the coordination of Emergency
Preparedness for theDistrict. MCPD also provides other services to students, staff, and
faculty including:
• Faculty/Staff/Student Escorts
• Emergency call boxes
• Vehicle Lock Outs
• Vehicle Jump Starts
• Lost and Found
• Traffic Control
• R.A.D.- Rape Aggression Defense Training for women
• Community Oriented Policing Events
MiraCosta College employs Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified
police officers whose peace officer authority extends throughout California. MiraCosta
College complies with California law in recognizing orders of protection (EPO, CPO & TRO).
Any person who obtains an order of protection from California shouldprovide a copy to
College Police and the office of the Title IX coordinator.
MiraCosta College Police Department
Campus Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday
Oceanside 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
San Elijo 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Community Learning Center 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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COLLEGE POLICE
WEBSITE
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Service Learning offers volunteer opportunities within the local and campus communities
to fulfill course requirements and for co-curricular experiences. Service
Learning cultivates community partnerships and operates a food pantry for students
experiencing food insecurity supplying over 15,000 sack lunches and snacks a year. They
also provide a list of local food pantries, food banks, and CalFresh information and
assistance. Service Learning hosts the monthly Farmer’s Market and Mobile Food Pantry,
which offers free produce and dried goods tostudents.
Service Learning
Student Help Desk
Campus Building Room Monday - Thursday Friday
Oceanside 3300 3306 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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Monday - Thursday Friday - Saturday
8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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SERVICE LEARNING WEBSITE
The MiraCosta College’s Student Help Desk assists MiraCosta College students with the
following services:
• Provide first contact technical support to students who are experiencing issues with our
campus online portals such as SURF, Canvas, FTP Servers, VMware, and Wi-Fi.
• Provide basic academic guidance and procedures such as registration, matriculation,
searching, adding, dropping, and paying for classes, books, parking permits, grades, and
transcripts.
• Troubleshoot login complications such as onboarding & unlocking accounts, passwords,
and one-time Passcodes (OTP).
• Provide “How to” tutorials regarding our online portals.
• For assistance, students may contact the Help Desk via phone at 760.795.6655, email
[email protected] , and/or the live chat room on the website.
STUDENT HELP
DESK WEBSITE
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Student Equity
The Student Equity department creates and supports new and existing resources that cultivate
inclusion, diversity, and equity on campus by fostering student leadership, collaborating with
the community, and raising awareness of the unique experiences of historically marginalized
students.
The Social Justice and Equity Center (SJEC) is a student-driven space where all students can
come to learn about social justice and equity topics in interactive workshops, get resources like snacks, supplies, and practice advocacy and dialogue skills.
The Student Equity department provides leadership for specialized Academic Success & Equity
(ASE) programs including:
• MANA - Mana (a concept, drawn from the cultures of Melanesia and Polynesia, describing a
powerful, miraculous force) is a program that builds a community among Pacific Islander
students, offering specialized support and guidance toward educational goals. Mana is open to
all students.
• PUENTE -The Puente Project is a national program with the mission of increasing the
number of Mexican American/Latino students transferring to four-year colleges and
universities. Puente is open to all students.
• RAFFY - Resources and Assistance for Former Foster Youth (RAFFY) is a program
designed to assist potential college students who were being emancipated out of the foster
care system.
• Umoja - Umoja is a student success program to support academic achievement, retention,
degree completion, and transfer rates of African-American and other students enrolled at
MiraCosta College.
• UPRISE - Undocumented People Rise in Solidarity and Empowerment (UPRISE) is a
collaboration between California State University San Marcos and MiraCosta Community
College to bolster academic success, enhance professional opportunities, improve personal
wellness, strengthen institutional support, and increase allies for undocumented students and
their families. UPRISE offers free services to students and their families.
The Student Equity department also supports History & Heritage Month activities and
conferences for prospective students.
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Campus Building Room Monday - Thursday Friday
Office Oceanside 3700 3306 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
SJEC Oceanside 3400 3445 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
*All information is subject to change. For updated information, please visit the website.
STUDENT EQUITY
WEBSITESJEC WEBSITE
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Veterans Services provides a place for military-affiliated students to find resources on Veterans
Affairs (VA) educational benefits, MiraCosta student services, and community organizations
that are dedicated to assisting veterans and their family members. In addition, students can
process paperwork and get their courses certified for GI Bill benefits, including Montgomery
and Post 9/11 GI Bill, Vocational Rehabilitation and Chapter 35 – Dependent Education
Assistance. The center also provides a place for students to relax, study, and meet with friends.
MiraCosta College is one of two schools in San Diego County that has a VetSuccess on
Campus (VSOC) representative. The VSOC is an employee of the Department of Veterans
Affairs who works in Veterans Services to assist students with support to pursue their
educational and employment goals.
The Veterans Services staff is committed to helping you achieve your academic goals. For
more information, please visit our website.
Veterans Services
The Transfer Center is the liaison to baccalaureate-level colleges and universities regarding
admission policies and transfer requirements. They provide assistance with transferresearch,
online university applications, counseling, and educational planning for students transferring
from MiraCosta. Services include counseling appointments and workshops.
Transfer Center
Campus Building Monday - Thursday Friday
Oceanside T-100 0800 - 1900 0800 - 1500
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Campus Building Monday - Thursday Friday
Oceanside 3700 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.Evenings by appointment
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
San Elijo 800 Admin 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.Evenings by appointment
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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*All information is subject to change. For updated information, please visit the website.
TRANSFER CENTER WEBSITE
VETERANS SERVICES WEBSITE
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MiraCosta College has men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s basketball, women’s
indoor volleyball, and women’s beach volleyball.
MiraCosta has a robust intramurals program, which is a free program for enrolledstudents.
There are over 40 events offered each semester including:
• soccer
• basketball
• dodgeball
• hiking
• kayaking and more
Athletics and Intramurals
Campus Building Monday - Friday
Oceanside 5200 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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INTRAMURALS WEBSITESPARTAN WEBSITE
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Student Life and Leadership engages in student development work through co-curricular
activities and events to enhance classroom learning. They support more than 55 clubs and
organizations including: The Associated Student Government, the Inter-Club Council, The
Chariot student newspaper, provide weekly College Hour and Sunset Social events, and
they develop student leaders through various programs and opportunities such as the
Emerging Leaders Institute. Food pantry items can also be found at the Office of Student
Life & Leadership.
Student Life and Leadership
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Campus Building Monday - Thursday Friday
Oceanside 3400 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
San Elijo 900 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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STUDENT LIFE WEBSITE