Outreach and Recruitment welcomes all future students, families, and community members!
What we offer:
Application Workshops at local high schools and/or organizations to help navigate students through the application process. These can be done in-person or virtually.
General Cabrillo Presentations aimed at teachers, students, and parents to increase knowledge and awareness of Cabrillo College and its many beneficial programs and departments.
Schedule an Outreach Event - fill out our outreach event form if you would like for our outreach team to be part of your event! Cabrillo Outreach Event Request Form
Campus Tours of the Aptos and Watsonville Campuses:
Campus Tours at Cabrillo College
To schedule a campus tour, please click the "Take a Tour" button above and complete our request form. Our knowledgeable student Outreach Ambassadors will guide you through the tour and share their experiences as Cabrillo students.
Tour Availability:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
If you prefer to explore the campus on your own, we also offer a self-guided tour map available for weekend visits.
Parking Information:
On the day of your visit, you may park in any student parking lot. To avoid a parking citation, be sure to purchase a $5 day pass from any parking kiosk on campus. For bus parking, please use Lot L.Tour Meeting Location:
Campus tours begin in the area between the Library (Building 1000) and the Amphitheater. Look for our tall banner that reads:
"Campus Tours Start Here."We look forward to welcoming you to Cabrillo College!
Take a Virtual Tour of YOUR Campus!
Reach out to us if you would like to find out more information about or schedule an application workshop, presentation, or campus tour at outreach@cabrillo.edu
See you on campus, or in the classroom soon!
What Kind of Students Choose Cabrillo?
All ages. All stages. All working towards a better future.
Cabrillo College offers award-winning Career Education programs, Associate's Degrees, skills certificates, classes to transfer to a four-year college, as well as classes for personal enrichment.
Why Students Choose Cabrillo?
#1 in Transfers to UCSC
Cabrillo College is ranked #1 in transfers to UCSC, and hundreds of Cabrillo students transfer to top-ranking universities each year.
Average Class size 25-30 students
Average class size is estimated to be 25-30 students, with classes offered at the Aptos campus in Aptos, the Watsonville Center, or online.
Career Education Grads Earn 71% More than Previous Jobs
The wide-ranging Career Education programs offer courses that are both academic and career-oriented. Our students are ready for a diverse selection of high-wage, high-skill, in-demand careers. Our cutting-edge programs provide students with the chance to gain hands-on experience through applied course work and work-based learning opportunities or to prepare them to transfer to four-year institutions.
Tuition Free
In order to ensure equal access to education Cabrillo College is providing the first two years of tuition to any first time college student with our Cabrillo Promise Program.
Beautiful Coastal Campus
The campus is located on the beautiful California Central Coast, 90 miles south of San Francisco and 35 miles north of Monterey.
Hear From Cabrillo Students
Learn from Cabrillo students themselves on why they chose Cabrillo College and how they have benefitted.
Videos about Cabrillo Students:
What Students Say
Nowassa H.
Age is not a discriminating factor in completing an educational goal at Cabrillo College. I completed my AS Degree with Honors in Computer Application and Business Technology at 70 years old!"I earned three certificates in four semesters, while participating in the Federal Work Study program. The professors and Computer Technology Center, tutoring, Student Resource Center, and Library staffs were supportive, challenging, and provided guidance throughout my experience.
Daniel P.
When I was in high school, I never saw myself going to college. I thought it was going to be too expensive and too challenging. I decided to join the U.S. Army. After I finished my time in service, I enrolled at Cabrillo College and made a plan with a academic counselor. I felt confident that I was heading in the right direction with what my major of biology required. Cabrillo has really helped me to achieve a lot the entire time of being here. I'm glad I took the steps to enroll at Cabrillo to achieve my goals.