In California, an Unusual Partnership Expands the College Track

San Diego State U. guarantees admission to students of a large school district that made its courses more rigorous

The group of high-school seniors gathered at a San Diego State University open house do not need much introduction to the campus. They have had their sights set on it since seventh grade.

That's when many of the students, who have been admitted to this fall's freshman class, began their participation in a college-preparation program that links the university with

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