Pre-College
Elevate Your College Application with Pre-College Courses
Pre-College Programs provide an opportunity for students to explore an academic interest in-depth, investigate a subject they are curious about, as well as gain excellent preparation for the increasingly competitive college admission process. Each offering is designed to engage students in an intensive exploration of a specific topic through lectures, discussions, and individual and group work.
Academic Connections
High school students experience academically enriching courses while conducting research alongside committed and enthusiastic graduate students. Residential and online options available.
A-G Approved Courses from UC Scout
UC Scout courses help middle and high school students satisfy a-g subject requirements to meet University of California and California State University admission requirements.
Futures - Programs for High Schoolers
Career pathway programs for high school students to fulfill passions, explore new interests and gain hands-on experience before entering the workforce or applying for college.
Global Environmental Leadership and Sustainability
High school students engage and address the most pressing environmental issues with hands-on education at such locations as Hawaii, Washington D.C. and Arizona.
Library NExT
Free Futures, Test Prep and Sally Ride Science STEAM workshops at participating San Diego Public Library locations.
Partnership Programs
UC San Diego Extended Studies partnerships give students opportunities to gain technical know-how and problem-solving skills through a creative and hands-on approach.
Research Scholars
Unparalleled educational opportunities that allow students to assume the role of researchers, fully immersed in projects that have real-world applications.
Sally Ride Science Academy
These courses are designed to inspire young women to purse careers in STE[+a]M.
Test Preparation
To help level the playing field, UC San Diego Extended Studies provides high-quality, low-cost test prep courses.
Tutoring Support Services
The Foundations for Future Scholars tutoring program empowers TK-12 students with strong academic foundations, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong love for learning. Through personalized support and engaging lessons, we help students build confidence, develop effective study habits, and achieve long-term success.
Pre-College Programs & Certificates
Advanced Digital Design for High-Schoolers
Advanced Machine Learning for High-Schoolers
Android Programming for High-Schoolers
AutoCAD for High Schoolers
Business Management for High Schoolers
Digital Circuit Design for High Schoolers
A-G Approved
Front End Web Development for High Schoolers
iOS Programming for High Schoolers
Machine Learning for High Schoolers
A-G Approved
Marketing for High-Schoolers
Revit for High Schoolers
Robotics with JavaScript for High Schoolers
