The Counseling Department is located in Building A (Administration). Counselors are available from 8:oo am to 7:oo pm on Mondays, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Tuesday through Friday. The office phone number is (510) 748-2209. We are temporarily closed for in-person services due to the shelter in place order. Drop-ins...
What is AB705 & AB1805
College of Alameda’s placement process is compliant with AB705 which is a bill that requires a community college district or college maximize the probability that a student will enter and complete transfer-level coursework in English and math within a one-year timeframe and use, in the placement of students into English...
What if I have already taken English and Math courses at a different College?
If you have taken an English and/or math courses at a different college, please bring a copy of your unofficial transcripts to your counseling department.
If I don’t have any high school coursework, grades, or GPA, how will I be assessed for English and Math?
You will first be asked to self-report your high school coursework, grades, and/or GPA. If you do not remember your high school coursework information, you will be directed to complete our guided self-placement questionnaire. You can complete either of these options through our online English & Math Questionnaire (https://tinyurl.com/COAplacement).
What transfer-level courses am I eligible for?
*To maximize success, you may be required to take additional support classes.
I am a high school concurrent/special enrollment student. How do I apply and register for classes?
Peralta’s High School Special Enrollment provides enrichment opportunities for high school students who can benefit from college level instruction. Detailed instructions can be found on the Peralta District website . Also, use CoA’s How-To guide for extra tips on submitting a complete and accurate form.