What is Estrellas?
The Estrellas Program is a two-semester initiative designed for freshmen and returning students at Cabrillo College. In this program, students will develop essential college skills, foster a sense of community in the classroom, and receive dedicated support throughout their year. Estrellas is available to both freshmen and returning students who aim to transfer to a four-year institution, obtain an associate degree, or complete a Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. No matter what your educational goals are, the Estrellas Program is here to support you!
Estrellas includes
Guaranteed enrollment in Estrellas English C1000-ESTR+ ENGL101A-ESTR, Library 10-ESTR & CG-51-ESTR for Fall & ENGL-C1001 (ENGL-2) for Spring 2026 semester!
One-week orientation before the Fall semester, our students are given the opportunity to feel well prepared before entering the school year.
Embedded English Tutors in the Classroom: Our trained English tutors assist students both in the classroom and at our Cabrillo College tutoring center, known as the HUB. They provide ongoing support outside of the classroom and offer workshops designed for student success!
Assistance with selecting additional classes, registration, and counseling appointments.
Support from the Learning Communities staff and peer mentors helps students stay on track!
Connecting our students with STARRS: Services for Transfer, Re-Entry, and Resilient Scholars from UCSC! (NEW)
Estrellas courses
All Estrellas students are required to register for the following courses. These specific sections are designated exclusively for Estrellas students. The Estrellas staff will work with students and the First Year Experience program to plan any additional courses as needed.
Fall 2025 - 7.50 units
DMCP- 401- ESTR : A one-week orientation is scheduled for August 11-14.
English C1000-ESTR1 & English 101A-ESTR1: Focus on "The Golden State: Perspectives on Culture, Place, and Climate."
CG-51-ESTR: Introduces the tools necessary to increase academic and life success including college expectations, resources, facilities, requirements, and educational planning.
Spring 2026 -3 units
ENGL-C1001-ESTR1: Approaching Conflicts in Self and Society: A Study of the Ways We Can Work Together..."
Intersted in joining Estrellas?
Requirements to join Estrellas:
Commit to taking the Estrellas program classes in Fall & Spring.
Have an interest in taking English C1000 or English C1001.
Submit a Learning Communities Application and respond to the acceptance email.