Spartan East Side Promise Program (SESP)

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What is the Spartan East Side Promise?

The Spartan East Side Promise Program (SESP) is San Jose State University's dedicated support service for East Side Union High School District students from the time of college exploration through college graduation.

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High School Students

We provide a variety of academic, personal, and professional development workshops and events that strive to foster a college-going culture by creating a pathway to admission to 91ÁÔÆæ, and supporting ESUHSD students and their families in their transition from high school to college.

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Incoming 91ÁÔÆæ Students

Various support services are available for new 91ÁÔÆæ students such as the ESUHSD Spartan Summer Program, Peer Mentor meetings, and our Growth Pledge project.

Learn more or Register for the ESUHSD Spartan Summer Program

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Families

Have questions? Email us at eastsidepromise@sjsu.edu or schedule a pre-admissions counseling appointment.

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Spartan East Side Promise and Applying to 91ÁÔÆæ Workshop

This webinar will provide information on the Spartan East Side Promise program, 91ÁÔÆæ admission requirements, and a step-by-step overview of the Cal State Apply application due on December 2, 2024 for Fall 2025 applicants. We will also review resources at ESUHSD to help you stay on track with the requirements.

ESUHSD Spartan Summer Program
This program is for newly admitted ESUHSD students

ESUHSD Spartan Summer Program

This hybrid summer program provides incoming ESUHSD Freshmen with academic guidance, connections to campus resources, and an opportunity to build their peer support network.

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Community Resources

The community of support for ESUHSD students continues to grow, providing exciting resources and opportunities for our students such as scholarships.

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