Contact Information

Contact Us

CURRENT STUDENTS can schedule an appointment through Starfish. Can't log into Starfish? Set appointments through our Zoom Drop-in Advising Hours (see above) or by leaving a voicemail at 206-934-5387 with your name, phone number, ctcLink ID, and details of your request.

PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS can get guidance and support through the enrollment process from the Welcome Center.

CURRENT STUDENT: Registered for classes anytime in the last three years and/or registered for classes in an upcoming quarter.

PROSPECTIVE STUDENT: Has applied to the college and received a ctcLink ID but not yet registered for any classes. 

Students who were previously enrolled at South, but not in the last three years will not be able to log into the online scheduling system and need to call the Advising Center at (206) 934-5387.

Current Students: Watch the video below to learn how to make an appointment directly with your advisor through Starfish.

Ways to meet with an advisor

Same Day Appointments

  • Limited availability
  • Filled on a first-come, first-served basis – these appointments cannot be booked in advance
  • Sign-ups begin each morning when we open at 8 a.m. Monday - Thursday.

Zoom Drop-ins

  • Offered Mondays and Thursdays
  • Designed for quick questions or schedule changes
  • Best for returning students with quick questions about prerequisites, course changes, or other enrollment-related needs.

Appointments

  • Offered Monday - Friday 
  • Designed for more complex advising questions.  Generally, 30 to 60 minutes in length.
    • A 30-minute appointment is ideal for students needing help selecting classes, updating an existing educational plan, and for students who want to talk about transfer/program options.
    • A 60-minute appointment is ideal for students who want to create a new educational plan or funding paperwork that requires an educational plan.
  • May be scheduled in advance by calling 206.934.5387, stopping by the Advising Center in RBS 02, or booking online.

Online/Email

  • Email an advisor at AdvisorSouth@seattlecolleges.edu, be sure to include your full name, ctcLink ID number, and the questions you have for an advisor.
  • Zoom Drop ins · See our Advising homepage for the most up to date information about zoom drop-in availability.