Student Supports
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Get The Help You Need
NSCC is here to help students succeed, and to us, that means providing support both inside and outside of the classroom.
Various resources are available for current students, designed to help support your overall wellbeing and academic success.
Accessibility Services
At NSCC, we are dedicated to providing equal educational opportunities and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities—fully aligning with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Discover how our Accessibility Services can support your success and help you fully participate in the campus community.
Bookstore
Looking for everything you need to thrive at NSCC? The Northwest State Community College Bookstore has you covered with textbooks, supplies, NSCC apparel, and more—all in one convenient place.
From the latest deals on course materials to spirit gear that showcases your campus pride, you’ll find it here.
Campus Counseling Center
Being a successful student involves more than earning a good grade on a test. Leading a healthy, balanced life is key to finding success in the classroom and beyond. The NSCC Campus Counseling Center is here to help.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and having someone to talk to can make all the difference. Students who are facing relationship problems, depression, addiction, stress, anxiety or other issues are encouraged to utilize this no-charge, confidential service.
You do not have to face these issues alone.
Hope, our on-campus clinician, is here to support your mental health.
Contact Information
Visit Hope on campus in A201B during office hours on Mondays from 9:00 am–1:30 pm. Face-to-face or virtual appointments are available. Call or text 419-591-6487 for mental health support and you will receive a prompt reply.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call:
- 988 – the National Crisis Hotline for 24/7 support
- 911 – Emergency Services
The NSCC Campus Counseling Center, supported by the Center for Child & Family Advocacy in Napoleon, provides no-charge services for NSCC students, including crisis intervention, information & referrals, and personal counseling.
For questions regarding mental health resources on-campus, please contact:
The Office of the Vice President of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs
419-267-1349
Clothing Closet
The NSCC Professional Career Clothing Closet offers free attire for students in need.
Whether you want to look your best for an upcoming interview, a class presentation or current employment, the clothing closet can help outfit you with professional attire.
An NSCC ID or N number and a photo ID must be presented when picking up items.
To schedule an appointment to shop please email dress4success@northweststate.edu
Community Resources
Various financial, health and safety resources are available throughout the counties in our service area. To learn more about local food pantries, rent & utility assistance, and other resources, please visit links for the organizations that serve your county of residence.
- Ability Center of Northwest Ohio
- Center for Child & Family Advocacy
- Defiance County Health Department
- Defiance & Paulding County Job & Family Services
- Henry County Health Department
- Henry County Job & Family Services
- Fulton County Health Department
- Fulton County Job & Family Services
- Maumee Valley Planning Organization
- Northwest Ohio Community Action Commission
- Northwest Ohio Mobility
- PATH Center of Defiance
- Paulding County Health Department
- Sarah’s Friends of Williams County
- United Way of Defiance County
- United Way of Henry County
- United Way of Fulton County
- United Way of Paulding County
- United Way of Van Wert County
- United Way of Williams County
- Van Wert County General Health District
- Van Wert County Job & Family Services
- Van Wert County Victim’s Services
- Williams County Health Department
- Williams County Job & Family Services
Food Pantry
Located in C110
Email: foodpantry@NorthwestState.edu
Phone: 419-267-1333
Hours of Operation: Open during regular financial aid business hours and by appointment as needed.
The NSCC Food Pantry offers food staples and personal care products free of charge to current students and staff. Those in need, no matter the reason, can pick up items in a private environment.
Want to help keep our shelves stocked? Check out our Amazon Wish List to see what items we currently need most!
An NSCC ID or N number and a photo ID must be presented when picking up items. Items typically available include:
Rice and pasta
Canned goods
Shampoo and conditioner
Laundry products
Household cleaning products
Feminine care products
If you are interested in supporting the food pantry by volunteering your time, please contact us. Donations of non-perishable food and hygiene products are always welcome and appreciated. Items can be dropped off in C110B. The NSCC Food Pantry is made possible through the generous donations of NSCC faculty and staff.
Military and Veteran Services
Northwest State Community College welcomes veterans, military service members and their dependents. Our staff and faculty are dedicated to assisting you in transitioning into college and supporting you in meeting your educational goals.
At NSCC, we understand that the transition to student life can be challenging, yet rewarding. With that in mind, we have worked very hard to ease this transition for you.
To learn more, visit NSCC Military and Veterans Services or call 419-267-1329.
Testing & Tutoring Center
Tutoring and testing services are available in several formats at our Success Center.
Walk-In: Visit the learning lounge (near the bookstore) for face-to-face or remote tutoring. Tutors are available for math, writing, life sciences, business and computer courses. Days and times vary by semester. See current hours and tutors.
By Appointment: Schedule small group or one-on-one tutoring by calling 419-267-1447, emailing success@northweststate.edu or visiting A101N.
Online Tutoring: Group, one-on-one and drop-in services are available.
TRIO Student Support Services
The TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program helps first-generation, low-income, and students with disabilities succeed academically, personally, and professionally. Funded by the U.S. Department of Education, it provides support, encouragement, and resources to help students graduate and/or transfer while emphasizing values like integrity, compassion, and empowerment.
To learn more about TRIO, visit NSCC Trio Student Support Services or call 419-267-1339.
Our Mission
To serve by providing access to excellent and affordable education,
training, and services that will improve the lives of individuals and strengthen communities