Advising Appointment (25 minutes) are available and offer guidance on the following:
• Initial course placement
• Career and academic planning
• Academic challenges
• Questions on your specific situation
Continue below to learn who your advisor is, more about the types of appointments available, how to schedule, and how to prepare for your appointment.
In Navigate
These appointments are for our brand-new students, and offer the following:
Understand first semester course recommendations based on your goals and experience
How to access and utilize student tools, including Navigate and Degree Check
If transferring in the state of Colorado, ensuring you are in the correct Bridge to Bachelor's track
Co-create a personalized path to complete your goals
How to access resources for registration
How to access your academic plan template in Navigate
Define your short or long-term educational or career goals
Empower you to accomplish your goals
Know who to ask for help when you need it
These appointments are for our students who are currently taking PPSC classes, and offer the following:
Ensure you are in the best program for your goals and understand the courses required for your declared program
Know how to schedule an appointment with your faculty or pathway advisor based on your academic goals
Co-create a personalized plan for the next semester
How to access transfer guides or transfer contacts for your desired program and institution if you are planning to transfer to another college or university
How to schedule with Career Services and how to explore your options if you are uncertain about your goals
Understand required prerequisites and how to attend an information session for programs with selective admissions
Verification of prerequisites or process for overrides
Documentation process for probation/suspension, Financial Aid, Academic Suspension Appeals
Note: Continuing students can register for classes using Navigate or through your myPikesPeak portal.
These appointments are for students who are continuing their studies at Pikes Peak. They offer the following:
Co-create a personalized plan for at least the next two semesters or until program completion in Navigate
How to schedule an appointment with your faculty advisor
Understand courses required for your declared program
How to access transfer guides or transfer contacts for your desired program and institution if you are planning to transfer to another college or university
How to schedule with Career Services and how to explore your options if you are uncertain about your goals
Understand required prerequisites and how to attend an information session for programs with selective admissions
How to use Degree Check and the PPSC catalog to find required courses and track progress to completion
How to access resources and information for registration, including registration, drop and withdraw dates
How and when to apply for graduation
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT: Run a degree audit in Degree Check to see how many credits you have toward your current degree.
Thinking about changing your major?
Run a "What-If?" audit to see what coursework will be required for the new program, what courses already satisfy the requirements, and what courses are still left for you to take.
If you have been away at college and are in the Pikes Peak region for the summer, you can take classes at Pikes Peak State College to get ahead. It's easy to transfer credits back to your home college or university after the summer semester ends.
Visiting Summer Students do not need to meet with an Academic Advisor to register for classes.
You can take classes at PPSC to make the most of your summer.
These appointments are for any student who wants a little extra help with the registration process.
We will provide guidance in navigating the registration process from choosing the correct courses to successfully registering for classes.
Still need help?
Advisors are here to provide registration assistance if you still need help after viewing the above registration steps.
Choose any appointment type and we will be happy to answer your questions!
In an effort to provide equal time to all students, the Advising & Testing office implemented a no-show policy. This policy serves as a reminder to be respectful of limited appointment times, as advising and registration appointments are in high demand and can be particularly difficult to come by during peak registration periods.
A no-show, or missed appointment, is noted in the system if you:
After three no-shows, you will be unable to schedule an advising appointment in Navigate and must contact your primary advisor directly via email for options.