Information For...High School Counselors

Help Your Students Find Their Next Step

Every student has different goals. Some are ready to earn college credit while still in high school. Others are exploring majors, planning to transfer to a four-year university, or preparing for a career.

At Southwestern College, students can explore those possibilities while receiving the guidance and support they need along the way.

Help your students discover what’s possible at Southwestern.

5 Reasons to Recommend Southwestern College

  When you're helping students compare their options after high school, here are five reasons to put Southwestern College on their list.

• More Choices, More Possibilities: With over 250+ Programs to Choose From 

  1. Nationally recognized research program in Pharmaceutical & Laboratory Science 

  2. Award-winning school newspaper

  3. State-of-the-art Center for Recording Arts & Technology 

  4. Nationally recognized faculty
     

• An Affordable Path to College: Cost should not prevent students from pursuing their goals. The Southwestern College Promise program may cover enrollment fees for eligible first-time college students for their first two years. Our Financial Aid team is here for all students as they make their way through the application process. 
• A Pathway to a Four-Year University: For students planning to earn a bachelor's degree, Southwestern can be an important first step. Students can complete coursework toward transfer and receive guidance as they prepare to continue their education at a four-year institution. And with the Southwestern College University Center, some students can take that next step without leaving South County. Located at the Chula Vista campus, the University Center brings bachelor's degree opportunities from university partners directly to the community, helping make degree completion more accessible and convenient. Connect with our Career and Transfer Connections. 
• Career-Focused Opportunities: For students who want to prepare for the workforce, Southwestern offers programs designed to build practical knowledge and career-ready skills. Through the Career and Transfer Connections, students can also explore career options, receive guidance, and access resources that can help them prepare for employment. For some students, Southwestern's career-focused programs can provide a direct pathway into the workforce.
• Support Beyond the Classroom: College success is about more than academics. Students may be balancing school with work, family responsibilities, finances, health, and other challenges — just like everyone else. Southwestern College offers a network of services to help students stay connected, supported, and moving toward their goals, including: 
  
  1. Child Development Center: Child care resources
  2. Jag Kitchen/Food Pantry: Food Pantry assistance
  3. Student Equity Programs and Services: Programs that promote access, belonging and student success
  4. SWC Connects: Computer loaner program
  5. Health Services: In-person & online services
  6. SWC Cares: Connections to basic-needs resources and support hub
  7. Additional Student Support Services