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Student Services

Our Programs and Services

Admissions and Records
From application to graduation, and everything in between, our Admissions and Records team is here to support you.
Academic Counseling
Academic counselors guide you through academic planning, goal-setting, career exploration and transfer.
Financial Aid
Find out more about the many ways to pay for college, including fee waivers, grants and scholarships.
Career Services
Visit our Career Services page for information about career exploration, on- and off-campus jobs, internships, resume workshops and more.
Student Life
Get involved! There's almost always something happening on campus from sporting events, to clubs, arts and performance events, and a whole lot more. Visit this page for student resources including food, housing, transportation, health services and learning communities.
CalWORKs
California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids is a state funded program that provides support to low-income individuals with dependent children who are receiving county assistance.
Rising Scholars
Providing support to justice-impacted students by providing student supports with the goal of removing barriers and building community with our students.
The Nest (Nourishment & Essential Supports Team)
Your one-stop shop for essential needs support. Our mission is to ensure that every student facing essential needs challenges get the assistance they need to reach their goals at Cabrillo College.
Accessibility Support Center (ASC)
The Accessibility Support Center (ASC) provides services, accommodations, and academic support for students with disabilities and learning differences at Cabrillo College.
Veterans, Foster Youth, DREAMERS, and EOPS/CARE
Cabrillo has a variety of programs to serve you! Visit our Office of Student Equity to get connected with our Veterans Information Center, Guardian Scholars program (Foster Youth), Dream Resource Center, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS), and Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE).
International Student Programs
Thinking of studying in the Santa Cruz area? Cabrillo College is a great choice. Check out our programs for international students.
Cabrillo Advancement Program
The Cabrillo Advancement Program (CAP), designed to increase the academic success of low-income students now enrolled in local schools, awards college scholarships to sixth graders.
Student Equity and Achievement Plan 2022-2025
Our Team
Michelle Donohue
Dean of Student Services
(831) 479-6525
Devin Walker
Director of Student Success and Equity
(323) 309-2432
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Alta Cilicia Northcutt
Student Life, Umoja & Welcome Services, Director
(831) 477-3366
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David Castillo
Director of Admissions & Records
(831) 479-6213
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Eli Chance
Director, CalWORKs & Rising Scholars
(831) 477-3503
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Gina Montoya-Westjohn
Director of Student Health Services, Registered Nurse, Compliance Coordinator
(831) 477-3698
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Sara Sanchez
HSI Title V Project Director, Camino al Éxito
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Claudia Hernández
Academic Counselor, Cabrillo 2+2 CSUMB Counselor/Transfer Specialist, Counseling and Guidance Instructor
(831) 479-6539
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Terri Owen
Senior Financial Support Specialist
(831) 477-5112
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