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College and Career Planning

The job of the San Mateo Union High School District is to prepare teens for their next life chapter – whether that be attending college or entering the workforce in a career they enjoy.  Our College and Career planning team is here to help guide students to the path best for them.  We strongly encourage students and their families to take advantage of events like the annual College and Career Fair and to connect with your counselor for questions and guidance.

Please feel free to visit the Career Center websites and meet the contact people at our school sites:

Aragon High School


Burlingame High School

Capuchino High School

Hillsdale High School

Mills High School

 

Peninsula High School

 

San Mateo High School

2025 Districtwide College Fair Recap

The San Mateo Union High School District College Fair was held on Wednesday, October 15 at San Mateo High School.

Highlights:

  • More than 75 representatives from colleges across the country were in attendance
  • Guests heard presentations on paying for college, and more!

Program
View the program to see a list of colleges and universities that were in attendance.  

Student Opportunities

 

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View the Slide Show of current job, internship, volunteer and workshop opportunities for students.

Career Guide

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Explore Career Paths Right Here in San Mateo County!

View the SMUHSD Career Guide.

Guía de Career

职业指南

Financial Aid Workshops

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In-Person Financial Aid Workshops

All families-- regardless of home school-- are welcome to attend any of the below events. 

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Attend this in-person workshop if you:

  • Need help with filling out the FAFSA or CADAA

  • Have questions about the financial aid application process

Details

  • Saturday, February 21, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Mills High School  |  Registration link will be posted soon.

Can’t make it to the February 21 In-Person Financial Aid Workshops?

Several of our school sites will also be offering the following options for you to ask questions and get additional help.

In-Person Support

  • Tuesday, February 24, 2 - 4 p.m.: San Mateo High School College and Career Center
    • 506 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo
       
  • Thursday, March 5, 2 - 4 p.m.: Capuchino High School College and Career Center
    • 1501 Magnolia Avenue, San Bruno

Virtual Support 

  • Fridays, February 6, 13, 20 and 27, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 

More information

  • Drop in support is available in English and Spanish.
  • Virtual support is available in English only. 
  • Please sign in at the School Office.
  • All families, regardless of home school, are welcome to attend any support opportunity.

 

Additional Information:

  • What to Bring
  • More in-person workshops will be scheduled in January 2026

Questions?
Contact your school site’s Financial Aid Advisor.

Talleres sobre ayuda financiera en persona

Todas las familias están invitadas a asistir a cualquiera de los eventos, independientemente de la escuela a la que asistan sus hijos.

Asista a estos talleres en persona si:

  • Necesita ayuda para completar la forma FAFSA o la CADAA
  • Tiene preguntas sobre el proceso de solicitud de ayuda financiera

Fecha


  • sabado, 21 de febrero, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Mills High School  |  El enlace de registro se publicará próximamente.

 

¿No puede asistir a nuestros talleres sobre ayuda financiera el 21 de febrero?

Varias de nuestras escuelas también ofrecerán las siguientes opciones para que los estudiantes puedan hacer preguntas y obtener ayuda adicional.

Obtenga ayuda en persona los siguientes días:

  • Martes 24 de febrero, 2:00-4:00 p.m. en San Mateo High School College and Career Center - 506 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo
  • Jueves 5 de marzo,  2:00-4:00 p.m. en Capuchino High School College and Career Center- 1501 Magnolia Avenue, San Bruno

 

Información adicional

  • Qué debe traer
  • Se programarán más talleres en persona para enero del 2026

¿Tienes preguntas? 
Comunícate con el asesor de ayuda financiera de tu escuela.