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We are excited to share that San Diego Miramar College will be launching the Puente Program for the 2026–2027 academic year. The Puente Project is a national award-winning program that, for more than 40 years, has helped increase the college-going rate of educationally underrepresented students across California.
The Puente Project
Mission: to increase the number of students who enroll in four-year colleges and universities, earn college degrees and return to the community as mentors and leaders to future generations. The program is interdisciplinary in approach, with writing, counseling and mentoring components.
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Program Benefits
Students in Puente receive:
Linked English and Personal Growth courses taught from a Latinx/Chicanx perspective
A dedicated counselor
A supportive learning community
Professional mentors
Guidance preparing for transfer to universities
University field trips
Community-building events such as Noche de la Familia
Paired Courses
ENGL C1000 and PERG 120 – Fall 2026
Courses for Spring 2027 —TBA
Students who are interested in learning more about the program or receiving additional information can express their interest through the following link: Puente Interest Form.
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