New Student Resources
Get Started at El Camino!
Welcome to our vibrant learning community where you can access a variety of services designed to help you reach your academic goals. We’ll help you get started, from completing the application to enrolling in your first classes.
Find application assistance, registration information, registration tips, and more.
Our friendly ambassadors are ready to help you search for the answers to your questions.
Jump into an online chat session with our team at the Virtual Outreach Information
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For general questions, information, or to learn more about the student experience at El Camino College, jump into an online chat session with our Welcome Center staff! Our team is ready to help you search for the answers you need. To connect with us, please visit our our Enrollment Drop-In Assistance, http://bit.ly/WWC-EDI.
CURRENT HOURS
- Monday & Tuesday: 9 a.m.- 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday- Friday: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Explore our other options for help
Need assistance with something more specific to your student profile? We are here to help every step of the way, whether in person or online!
Receive help with your admissions application status or a specific question about your student records:
- In Person: Student Services Building, 1st Floor near West Entrance
Mon - Thu: 8 AM - 5 PM - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM
- Virtual Zoom
Mon & Thu: 8 AM - 9 AM, 12 PM - 2 PM
Tue & Wed: 8 AM - 9 AM, 12 PM - 2 PM, 4 PM - 6 PM - Friday: 9 AM - 1 PM
- Phone
310-660-3593 x3414 - Email
admissionshelp@elcamino.edu
Receive help paying for college fees, books, supplies, and transportation, including specific questions about your financial aid records:
- In Person: Student Services Building 248 & 229, 2nd Floor
Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM - Virtual Zoom
Mon - Fri 8:30 AM - 6PM - Phone
669-900-6833
Meeting ID - Enter 640-959-1782# - Email
eccfaid@elcamino.edu
The ITS Help Desk is your single point of contact for anything Information Technology related, including campus equipment and software and password assistance.
- ITEC Building
Mon - Thu: 8 AM - 5 PM
Fri: 8 AM - 3 PM - Phone
310-660-6571 - Email
helpdesk@elcamino.edu
Receive help with signing up for classes or an orientation and more:
- In Person: Student Services Building, 1st Floor near West Entrance
Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM - Virtual Zoom
Mon & Tues 9 AM - 6:30 PM - Wed - Thu 9 AM - 5 PM
- Phone
310-660-3405 - Email
welcomecenter@elcamino.edu
Student Resources
Apply for Admission
Explore the application process!
Dual Enrollment
Take college classes as a high school student!
South Bay Promise
Waive enrollment fees for two years if you're a first-time, full-time college student!
What's Next
Meet with a counselor and learn the next steps!
Register
Navigate the registration process!
Adding a Class
Learn how to add a class.
Questions? Contact Us
Student Services Building
FALL 2024 HOURS:
Mon - Fri 8 AM - 4:30 PM
CAMPUS CLOSED:
- Thu, Aug 22 - Professional Development Day
- Mon, Sep 2 - Labor Day
- Fri, Sep 27 - Native American Day
- Fri, Nov 11 - Veterans Day
- Thu, Nov 28-Fri, Nov 29 - Thanksgiving
- Fri, Dec 23-Mon, Jan 1 - Winter Break