Meet With a Counselor

Don't wait until the last minute to speak with a counselor! Use our virtual Drop-in sessions or make an appointment today if you have questions about choosing classes or planning for your degree or transfer.

  • Appointments

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    New, Continuing or Returning Students

    All counseling appointments must be scheduled in advance.

    Click the gold button below to schedule an in‑person or Zoom appointment; if no same‑day times are available, check back each morning as new appointments open daily, and use the same system to cancel or reschedule.

    MAKE an APPOINTMENT

  • Drop-Ins

    Important: Summer 2026 Registration Assistance

    Drop‑in sessions are first‑come, first‑served with varying wait times and may change based on counselor availability. The Zoom link will be shared on the drop‑in page and via email—please sign in using the gold button below. Last sign‑in is 15 minutes before closing.

    Summer 2026 Drop-in Hours

    • Monday, July 6th: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - On Zoom
                                      2:30 PM to 4:30 PM -    In Person                
    • Tuesday, July 7th: 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM - Zoom only
    • Wednesday, July 8th: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - On Zoom
                                         2:30 PM to 4:30 PM - In Person
    • Thursday, July 9th: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - On Zoom
                                     11:00 AM to 1:00 PM  & 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM In-Person                      
     
     

  • Zoom Help Desk

    Zoom Help Desk (with Staff)

    Students are served on a first come, first served basis. Please note that staff are not academic counselors and cannot assist with personal counseling, transfer exploration, career planning, or choosing classes. For these topics, please schedule a counseling appointment with an Academic Counselor.

    You can speak with a staff during Zoom Help Desk hours listed below or submit your questions using the De Anza CONNECT form to get help with campus resources, counseling appointments, drop‑in sessions, or knowing where to start.

    Zoom Help Desk hours:

    • Monday: 10 am - Noon and 1 - 4 pm
    • Tuesday: 10 am - Noon and 1 - 4 pm
    • *Wednesday: 9 am - 5 pm (In-Person Only)
    • Thursday: 10 am - Noon and 1 - 4 pm
    • Friday: Campus Closed

    Join Zoom Help Desk       

    If you have trouble connecting, or need assistance outside of the Help Desk hours, please contact us using Help Desk form or call us at 408.864.5400. 

    To submit your questions, follow these steps:
    1. Click the De Anza CONNECT button.
    2. Select the one inquiry that best matches your need.
    3. Enter details about your question.
    4. Submit your inquiry.
    5. Wait for a response before submitting another inquiry.
    6. Check your email for a link back to De Anza CONNECT.
    7. Click the "Response" button at the bottom of the page to read the reply.
    8. Reply in De Anza CONNECT if you have additional questions.

    De Anza CONNECT

Find the Counselor for your Village

Each De Anza Village has a designated Success Team, including counselors who can help you with resources that are relevant to your major and goals:

Artistic Expression 

  • Phong Lam

Health and Life Sciences

  • *Tom Nguyen (BHES Division Counselor)

Physical Sciences and Technology

  • N/A

Business and Finance

  • Phong Lam
  • Sheldon Fields

Language and Communication

  • Barbara Dahlke

Social Sciences and Humanities

  • Barbara Dahlke

Making the Most of Your Meeting

  • Prepare a list of questions to discuss with your counselor.
  • Bring relevant documents (e.g., unofficial transcripts, educational plan, or related records).
  • Arrive on time—missing two appointments may result in loss of scheduling privileges.
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