Contact Us
You can request an appointment with an ISSP Program Counselor at any campus front
desk or via email.
How we support immigrant and refugee students
The Immigrant Student Success Program (ISSP) provides holistic support for immigrant,
refugee, and English language learner students at SDCCE. Through language assistance,
mentorship, cultural navigation, and customized workshops, ISSP empowers students
to thrive academically, socially, and professionally while building community and
belonging.
Program Impact
100+
Students received counseling services
158
students were provided Free Legal consultations provide
50+
staff and faculty trained to better support Undocumented and Immigration student population
Key Features & Benefits
Counseling
- Personalized Guidance
- Academic Advising
- Transfer Counseling
- Career assessment/planning
Resources
- English assistance for students who are learning the language
- Workshops to help with school, work, and life skills
- Free events and info sessions
- Cohort based- learning
- Connections to important services, like:
- Mental health support
- Financial aid
- Free or low-cost health checkups
- Entrepreneurship support
- Legal help and immigration updates
Program Eligibility
ISSP is open to all SDCCE students who identify as immigrant, undocumented, mixed
status, refugees or English language learners. No formal application is required to
participate, but students are encouraged to complete the interest form to receive
updates and services.
The ISSP Center is located at César E. Chávez Campus (Barrio Logan), on the 2nd floor,
Room 212
Campus Location
César E. Chávez Campus
Tuesday-Thursday
