Academic Advising and Transfer Center | Grand Rapids Community College

The Academic Advising and Transfer Center is here to serve your academic planning, transfer planning, graduation and career exploration needs.

We have advisors available to you at both our Grand Rapids main location and at the Lakeshore campus, in person and virtually.

Meet With Your Advisor

We have advisors available to you at both Main and Lakeshore campuses, in-person and virtually.

Schedule an appointment with your assigned advisor through Navigate. Learn to Schedule an Appointment. Schedule a Meeting With Your Advisor
Prefer to call or text? Text your name and student ID to (616) 404-0044 or call us at (616) 234-3900.
Dual enrollment students who want to connect with an advisor should complete the GRCC Dual Enrollment Advising Information Request.
Personal Interest students who want to connect with an advisor should complete GRCC Personal Interest Advising Information Request.

Meet With Your Advisor

Explore the Transfer Center

Alternative Options for Connecting with an AATC Academic Advisor

Quick Advising: The Grand Rapids Campus (Raleigh J. Finkelstein Hall (RJF), First Floor), we offer quick advising on Monday and Tuesday evenings from 5-6 p.m.
- This time is for quick questions regarding your fall semester courses and are not intended to be a full advising appointment, nor orientation.
- Each night, when we reach our capacity, we will be unable to assist more students.
- Please check in at the first floor of RJF desk in the Student Services Center.
Reach out to your advisor: Your academic advisor can be accessed via email and texting. See all the opportunities your advisor has to serve you by selecting their photo in the Faculty and Staff section.

Student Types

Transfer Center

GRCC makes it simple to transfer to or from another college or university. Attend a transfer fair to talk with representatives from over 75 other institutions.

Explore Transferring

About Academic Advising

Mission

Academic advising seeks to collaborate with and teach students through holistic personalized guidance and intentional learning experiences to develop educational plans that are in alignment with student goals.

Vision

Advising relationships equitably empower all students to identify and develop their academic, career, economic, and personal goals to foster lifelong achievement.

Definition

Academic advising is an ongoing, student-centered educational collaboration fostering the self-efficacy and holistic growth essential to student success. Through teaching, guidance, and resources, students develop knowledge and resilience to pursue their academic and career goals. This approach engages diverse perspectives, while recognizing cultural nuances. It cultivates confidence and personal growth, while partnering with students to navigate their educational journey successfully.

Helpful Resources

How do I choose my first semester classes?

A step-by-step guide to selecting courses for your first semester.

Prepare to meet with an advisor

How to prepare, what to bring and what to expect from meeting with an advisor.

How to join a Zoom meeting

How to use Zoom for your advising appointment.

Transfer Center

Explore transferring to another college or university.

Contact Info

advising@grcc.edu

Phone

(616) 234-3900

Office

Raleigh J. Finkelstein Hall, 1st floor, Room 171, Main Campus

Office Hours

These are the typical hours that our front desk services are staffed. In addition, the AATC Advisors offer advising appointments later some evenings. See your advisor's Bio page at the bottom of the page or Navigate calendar for availability.

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm