Education
This section provides information about educational resources, such as local community colleges and universities, financial aid and scholarships, and educational support services available to teens and young adults in San Diego County.
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Southwestern College
Established in 1961, Southwestern College is one of 112 public community colleges in the state of California and the only institute of higher education located in the southern portion of San Diego County. Whether pursuing an A.A. degree, preparing to transfer to a four-year college or university, or acquiring new occupational skills, students attending Southwestern College are given every opportunity to meet their educational goals
(619) 421-6700
Street of Dreams: Musicians for Education
Street of Dreams provides a music and arts education, college prep program for teen mothers who are at high risk wards of the court and have been trapped in the juvenile justice system. Our students come from foster care, incarceration, and homelessness.
(619) 282-3355
Student Loan Consolidation Guide
Student loan debt is a grave concern in modern America. In fact, the amount of debt from student loans topped $1.3 trillion at the end of 2016, and 68% of seniors graduating from public and nonprofit colleges have student debt – the average is $30,100. It takes borrowers an average of 21 years to repay their student loans, while 28% of students are in default (or miss payments for 270 days or more) within five years of entering repayment.
The picture painted by these statistics is clear: many borrowers are in over their heads with student loan debt and are looking for relief. Student loan consolidation or refinancing can be a great tool to use for those looking to save on, or simplify, their monthly payments, but going that route can also have serious consequences if not approached carefully – there are even student loan consolidations scams to be aware of.
That’s why we created this guide – to give borrowers a useful resource that empowers them to choose if student loan consolidation is right for them and which type may best suit their needs. We start by discussing the basics of student loan consolidation and refinancing, and comparing the benefits and drawbacks of federal and private consolidation loans. We then detail a step-by-step guide to using and choosing consolidation loans. The last section is dedicated to identifying the best private consolidation loans for those with a few different financial profiles.
The Art Institute of California-San Diego
If you are a highly motivated and creative person who wants career training that matches your interests, goals and drive, you belong at one of The Art Institutes system of schools. As America’s leader in creative education, The Art Institutes is a system of over 30 education institutions found throughout North America, which offer degree, diploma and certificate programs in exciting fields like fashion, culinary, design, and media arts.
(858) 598-1200
The MANA de San Diego Scholarship Program
The Mana de San Diego Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to Latinas enrolled in community college or university. Scholarships are granted to qualified applicants pursuing a Bachelor degree through doctoral programs. About $30,000 in scholarships are awarded yearly. Recipients are selected based on academic and non academic criteria of the applicant including: leadership, community involvement, educational aspiration, career goals, grade point average, special circumstances and financial need.
(619) 297-0115
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
At Thomas Jefferson School of Law, your success as a law student is our most important priority. Our supportive campus culture and our hands-on academic program are set up to help you do just that. Our world-class faculty is accessible and dedicated to you succeeding in law school. Our curriculum is on the cutting-edge of traditional and emerging areas of law. And, our student body is diverse – culturally and geographically.
(619) 297-9700
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Turning the Hearts Center
More than ever, communities need organizations that are community sensitive, family-centered, purpose driven and result oriented. Communities need organizations that inherently believe in empowering youth and families, and are committed to restoring family unity and self-sufficiency. One such organization is called Turning the Hearts Center (THC). THC, founded in 2001, grew out of a growing community demand to foster programs that empower youth leadership development and strengthen families. We empower youth and families to thrive, and not just survive!
(619) 691-9643
University of California, San Diego
The University of California, San Diego is a student-centered, research-focused, service-oriented public institution that provides opportunity for all. Recognized as one of the top 15 research universities worldwide, a culture of collaboration sparks discoveries that advance society and drive economic impact.
(858) 534-2230
University of Phoenix
John Sperling, PhD, a Cambridge-educated economist and professor-turned-entrepreneur, founded University of Phoenix in 1976. He made a commitment to provide working adults with higher education at times convenient to them. Today, our students study online, as well as at locations nationwide, with availability in countries around the world. Not only do students attend classes that are convenient, they earn degrees that are built for the careers they want.
(800) 473-4346
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We do not endorse any specific organization listed nor are we responsible for ensuring the quality of the services listed. Users should always select services at their own discretion. Additionally, this information is subject to change as funding for programs can shift over time, though we do our very best to keep the resource center as up-to-date as possible.