Expanding Access and Opportunity Through Lifelong Learning
The College of Continuing Education expands access to higher education and lifelong learning by meeting learners where they are and supporting them at every stage of their educational and professional journey. Serving adult learners, working professionals, and community members across California and beyond, the College provides flexible pathways that help individuals gain new skills, complete degrees, and adapt to a changing workforce.
The College plays a vital role in preparing learners to advance professionally, transition careers, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
College of Continuing Education Annual Fund
Your gift to the Dean's Innovation Fund provides flexible support that strengthens student learning and academic excellence across the College of Continuing Education — helping sustain innovative programs, responsive instruction, and learner-centered support. This support ensures students have access to education that aligns with their goals and the evolving demands of today’s workforce.
Programs & Areas of Focus
Graduate and Undergraduate Degree Completion Scholarship | Youth Academies Summer Scholarship | First Responders Scholarship and Supplies | Faculty Led Study Abroad | Adult Learner Access & Success
Across the College of Continuing Education, learners engage in practical, applied learning experiences designed to support career advancement, reskilling, and workforce readiness. Support for program priorities strengthens partnerships with industry and community organizations, enhances instructional innovation, and expands access to flexible educational pathways.
Your support sustains a college that expands opportunity and supports economic mobility for learners of all backgrounds. Through your generosity, the College of Continuing Education continues to strengthen professional pathways and contribute to a skilled, adaptable workforce.
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