GATEWAY TO COLLEGE

Gateway to College is a public school that is part of the San Francisco Unified school district, located in San Francisco, CA.

Gateway to College, located on the City College of San Francisco (CCSF) Phelan Avenue campus, is a specialized educational program designed for students aged 16–21 who have dropped out of high school or are significantly off-track for graduation. By integrating high school coursework with actual college classes, the program provides a "dual-enrollment" experience that allows students to earn their high school diploma while simultaneously accumulating transferable college credits. This bridge model is specifically intended to re-engage students who struggled in traditional high school settings by providing a mature, supportive, and academically rigorous environment.

The program is structured to ease the transition into higher education, offering students personalized support, guidance, and the resources of a community college campus. Because participants attend classes at CCSF, they are treated as college students, which helps build both academic confidence and self-sufficiency. By providing a clear, supported pathway to both a diploma and an associate degree or certificate, Gateway to College serves as a vital second-chance opportunity for San Francisco youth to overcome previous educational obstacles and prepare for long-term career or university success.

For more information, contact Gateway to College at (415) 452-5768 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.