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Information for High School Students

We would love to meet you! Learn more about what Southwestern can offer high school students, and get in touch with one of our counselors.

High School Early Admissions High School Special Program College Bound Dual Enrollment

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Information for New Students

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Information for Transfer Students

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Associate Degree for Transfer Transfer Center

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Information for Career Education Students

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Information for Veterans

We would love to meet you! Learn more about what Southwestern can offer military students, and get in touch with one of our counselors.

Veterans' Services Veterans' Resource Center Student Veterans' Organization

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Information for Community Members

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Summer Hours at SWC!

We're here to support you Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. from now till August 8, 2025. Please note: Campus is closed on Fridays.

Events Calendar

Upcoming Flag Raising

Be part of a momentous occasion as we raise the Juneteenth flag together. Join us on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Mayan Hall Patio for a ceremonial flag raising. Experience the pride and unity of our community as we honor the significance of this celebration.

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Summer Youth Program

Young achievers, get the guidance and resources you need to succeed! The Y.E.S. Academy at Southwestern College is here to help you discover your path and achieve your goals. Your future starts now—let’s build it together!

Youth Programs

Upcoming Flag Raising!

Be part of a momentous occasion as we raise the Disability Pride flag together. Join us on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the corner of H St. and Otay Lakes Rd., for a ceremonial flag raising. Experience the pride and unity of our community as we honor our heritage and future.

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Learn About Our Programs & Services

With 5 locations, plus several online learning options, Southwestern College provides you with the best classes for your goals and schedule.

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Our Locations

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Chula Vista

900 Otay Lakes Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91910 - (619) 421-6700

Where you'll find most of Southwestern College's classes and services.

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National City

880 National City Blvd, National City, CA 91950 - (619) 216-6665

We're located right off the I-5 freeway, down the street from the 8th Street trolley station. Here, you can take general education courses and science labs or our dental hygiene or medical lab technician programs.

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Otay Mesa

8100 Gigantic St, San Diego, CA 92154 - (619) 216-6750

Minutes away from the US-Mexico border, Otay Mesa hosts our Police Academy, Nursing, Fire Science Technology, Paramedic, and Emergency Medical Technician programs

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San Ysidro

460 W San Ysidro Blvd, San Ysidro, CA 92173 - (619) 216-6790

San Ysidro, located near the US-Mexico border, offers a range of courses, including classes in the Family Studies program, Monday through Saturday, days and evenings.

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Crown Cove

5000 Highway 75, Coronado, CA 92118 - (619) 575-6176

By partnering with California State Parks & Recreation and California Boating and Waterways, the Crown Cove Aquatic Center is able to offer classes in canoeing, first aid, kayaking, safe boating, sailing, stand-up paddling, and surfing.

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Online

900 Otay Lakes Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91910 - (619) 482-6595

We'll help you get ready for our online classes through face-to-face, online, or video orientations, and you can also visit our open lab for support.

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