Higher Education Center
The Higher Education Center is a one-stop service center that brings pre-college opportunities and creates experiences that help students prepare for their college and career readiness goals.
Questions? Contact:
Ms. Cruz, the Higher Education Coordinator
Email: Edith.Cruz@sausd.us
Google Voice Number: (714) 352-0413


What are pre-college programs?
Pre-college is an educational experience that helps high school students prepare for the transition to a college environment and/or exposure to diverse academic/career interests.
What are pre-college programs?
Pre-college is an educational experience that helps high school students prepare for the transition to a college environment and/or exposure to diverse academic/career interests.
Please click on each logo to see which programs you are eligible to apply and become a member! These programs provide additional support in exploring your college & career options. Get involved today!
Please click on each logo to see which programs you are eligible to apply and become a member! These programs provide additional support in exploring your college & career options. Get involved today!
Programs currently looking for students to join!
- 8- 11th grade _ Nicholas Academic Center (7th grade can get on the waitlist)
- 9th grade _ UCI LAW, Saturday Academy of Law
- 9th -10th grade_CSUF, Upward Bound
- 9- 10th grade_SAC, Upward Bound
- 9-11th grade _ TRIO, Academic Talent Search
- 9-11th grade _ EAOP UCI

College & Career Resources

Weekly Office Hours- Coming SOON!
Weekly Office Hours- Coming SOON!
Financial Aid & College Applications Late Nights
Financial Aid & College Applications Late Nights
Please see flyer for details.
Please see flyer for details.
Contact Ms. Cruz if you have any questions.
Contact Ms. Cruz if you have any questions.
Email: edith.cruz@sausdlearns.net
Phone: (714) 569-6340