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Future Fresno State students now have the opportunity to participate in a guaranteed admissions program, ensuring high schoolers who meet California State University (CSU) requirements have a place at the university upon graduation.

In addition to guaranteed enrollment, the Bulldog Bound program will also offer support for students grades nine through 12 and their parents as they prepare to enter college.

The program aims to ensure that participating students have a structured path to college success, according to a news release.

“As the Valley’s premier university, Fresno State uplifts every facet of life in the region,” said Fresno State President Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval. “This program will pave the way for future generations of diverse and talented students to come to Fresno State.”

The program will include:

• Fresno Unified School District
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• Visalia Unified School District
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• Fowler Unified School District
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• Sanger Unified School District
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• Parlier Unified School District
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• Central Unified School District
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• University High School

 

Students participating in the program will also receive Fresno State ID cards, granting students email and library access, as well as assistance with applications, academic major exploration, scholarship opportunities and more. Pre-admission will also be offered to 11th graders in the program with on-the-spot admissions for 12th graders.

“I see this new guaranteed admissions program to Fresno State as a game-changer for our students, many of whom simply are not thinking about Fresno State as their goal soon enough,” said Fresno Unified Superintendent Bob Nelson. “This partnership is great for our families and great for our region.”

After signing a guaranteed admissions agreement with Fresno State, with parental/guardian consent, students will be able to work with admissions and recruitment staff prior to attending college.

Participating in the program does not obligate students to attend Fresno State should their plans change. Furthermore, guaranteed admission does not guarantee entry into impacted programs.

Dual-enrollment opportunities will also be explored by the university as a way to expand the program to allow students to begin Fresno State coursework while still enrolled in high school.

“By collaborating with our partner school districts through this new program, we will promote a strong college-going culture,” Jiménez-Sandoval said.