Hartnell College

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156 Homestead Ave.
Salinas, CA 93901

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(831) 755-6700

transfer@hartnell.edu

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Hartnell College is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in California. Founded in 1920 as Salinas Junior College, the school was renamed Hartnell College in 1948, and the Hartnell Community College District was established the following year. The college draws most of its annual enrollment of 17,000 students from the Salinas area.

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Hartnell College provides resources and programs to meet the diverse needs of its students.

Career Education

Career education certificates and training courses

Offering a pathway to success that allows you to learn by exploring, collaborating, and doing from expert instructors and industry professionals.

Career Technical Education at Alisal Campus (CTE)

Imelda Suarez

Enrollment Service Specialist

CTE@hartnell.edu

(831) 755-6711

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Financial Aid

Grants, scholarships, loans and more

Find out how to save money with financial aid options, like grants, scholarships, and loans to help pay for your education.

finaid@hartnell.edu

(831) 755-6806

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Transfer Center

Counseling, resources, and support

Preparing students to transfer to participating four-year colleges and universities.

transfer@hartnell.edu

(831) 755-6864

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BASIC NEEDS

Get additional support to help remain focused on your education and your success. Find information on basic needs support services such as food pantries, housing, tutoring and transportation.

anevarez@hartnell.edu

(831) 755-6825

Foster Youth Services

NextUp - For Foster Youth Student Success

Offering services and support for eligible current and former foster youth.

Foster Youth Success Services

Marisela Lemus

Program Contact

mlemus@hartnell.edu

(831) 755-6944

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Umoja

Enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of African American and other students.

tanderso@hartnell.edu

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Undocumented, AB 540 eligible student resources and services

Resources for Dreamer Students

Giving answers and support to undocumented students of all nationalities and backgrounds.

Mi CASA Undocuscholar Resource Center

Adriana Chavez

OEP Counselor

(831) 755-6723

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VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER

For Military Connected Students

Providing various types of aid, benefits and support for current servicemembers and veterans.

Gemma Uribe-Cruz

Veterans Program Counselor

guribe@hartnell.edu

(831) 755-6714

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