College & Career Center
Welcome!
Welcome to the San Mateo High School College and Career Center. The College and Career Center is a resource center providing support to students, parents, and staff members to plan for life after high school:
Finding a College Fit:
- College applications
- Financial aid forms and scholarship information
- College representative visits and career guest speakers
- College placement testing
Investigating Careers:
- Career exploration
- Part-time job postings
- Work permits
- Student volunteer opportunities
To schedule a meeting with Ms. Hanson, please do so here: https:/qbit.ly/Hansonbooking
Seniors, check out the Class of 2026 College Application Information Page for key information on college application deadlines, processes, and other key info you'll need to know for the year ahead
To schedule a meeting with Ms. Chang, please do so here: https://bit.ly/Changbooking
Check out SMUHSD Career Opportunities slide deck. It is updated regularly with jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities. Check back often!
Post a Job or Internship for Our Students!
Companies and organizations looking to hire high school students, please email Sun Chang at hschang@smuhsd.org with the description, salary, hours needed and frequency of work. Please send any flyers in a PDF format. NOTE: SMUHSD cannot refer students for work inside private homes due to safety concerns.
Contact Us
Evestella Hanson
College and Financial Aid Advisor
650-558-2318
ehanson@smuhsd.org
https://bit.ly/Hansonbooking
Ms. Chang
Career Coordinator
650-558-2314
hschang@smuhsd.org
https://bit.ly/Changbooking
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.








