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Testimonials:

 

"Pre-College Programs is a pathway for first generation and low income students to gain skills and motivation to enable their access to higher education and to ensure their success in college and in life. It is an effective segue to an element of SJSU's Vision 2010 of providing a welcoming, inclusive environment and exemplary student support services from application to graduation."

~ Don W. Kassing, President , San José State University

"The Pre-College Programs staffs work tirelessly on behalf of our students, their parents and our community by providing information and programming on access and opportunities for our students to higher education.

~ Marshall C. Rose, Associate Vice President , Enrollment and Academic Services , San José State University

"The staff of the Office of Pre-College Programs provides the support services and inspiration that enable countless students to pursue higher education and, in doing so, makes the American dream a reality for them."

~ Dr. Carmen Sigler, Provost , San José State University

"In today's world, education is crucial to achieving one's dreams. San Jose should be a place where everyone that attends high school graduates and everyone who wants to go to college can. Pre-college programs play a critical role in overcoming barriers and allowing disadvantaged youth realize their dreams."

~ Cindy Chavez, City of San Jose Vice-Mayor

"The Educational Talent Search Program guided me so I could attend the college of my choice."

~ Thy Phung, Educational Talent Search Class of 2006

"Pre-College Programs has helped our students stay in school and it has focused us in preparing them for college. Pre-College Programs is especially outstanding because they get a parent component involved."

~ Bob Nunez, Superintendent, East Side Union High School District
"Besides Upward Bound I had no other resources to help me through the process of going to college."

~ Henock Woldu, Upward Bound Class of 2006

"The dream of higher education prepares today's youth for tomorrow's innovations and challenges. We must support Pre-College Programs as they are proven gateways to academic success."

~ District 5, Councilmember Nora Campos

 

 

 

Office of Pre-College Programs
SSC-10th Street,Counter #6
San José State University
San José, CA 95192-0235
408.924.2567 | contact us