Student Health Center

Student Health Center is a medical clinic in Costa Mesa, CA, serving currently enrolled students at Orange Coast College. It provides comprehensive medical and mental health care, including after-hours crisis support, short-term therapy, substance abuse counseling, and health education. The clinic offers services such as influenza and tuberculosis testing, immunizations, tobacco cessation programs, and wellness outreach. Students must have paid the health fee to access care, and the center operates from Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It also provides free fentanyl and drink spiking test strips, as well as Narcan, at its front desk. The clinic is located in Building 89, situated between Watson Hall and the campus gymnasium, and is accessible via the main campus entrance on Fairview Road. With a 3.70 rating based on three reviews, it is recognized for its student-focused services and accessibility.

The clinic operates as an integral part of Orange Coast College’s student support system, offering a range of health services through a dedicated portal that allows students to complete health forms online. It emphasizes preventive care and mental wellness, with programs addressing substance use, respiratory illness, and health education. The center maintains a strong connection to campus safety, offering immediate support during emergencies and coordinating with campus public safety. It also supports students through outreach initiatives, hotlines, and partnerships with community resources like OC Navigator and the Substance Use Treatment Finder. The clinic is equipped to handle both acute medical needs and ongoing mental health support, ensuring students can maintain their academic progress.

Located on Fairview Road, the Student Health Center sits within the Orange Coast College campus, about a quarter-mile from the campus safety office and a short walk from the Garrison Garden and public art installations such as the GO COAST Sign and Masks sculpture. It is near the Sunny Adrienne Sudweeks memorial and situated between Watson Hall and the campus gymnasium, making it easily accessible to students across the 164-acre campus.

The clinic is recognized for its thorough, well-documented presence online, with a website that search engines read cleanly and consistently. This ensures students and staff can quickly find accurate information about services, hours, and contact details. The clarity and completeness of its digital footprint enhance its visibility and reliability.

As a key component of student life at Orange Coast College, the Student Health Center plays a vital role in supporting the well-being of a diverse, academically driven student population in Costa Mesa.

Services:

• Health Education & Outreach
• Medical Care
• Mental Health Services
• Substance Abuse Support
• Tobacco Cessation