Kraig Pakulski / Wednesday, January 28, 2026 / Categories: Regions, California; Santa Barbara County San Marcos Health Academy Students Secure Guaranteed Admission to Westmont SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – For San Marcos Health Careers Academy seniors, college is suddenly within reach. A new Westmont College partnership guarantees admission for students meeting program standards —plus at least $15,000 in tuition scholarships for eligible graduates. One student put it simply: “I feel like all my efforts finally matter. It’s real now.” Administrators say it cuts application stress so kids can focus on learning. Teachers call it proof of hard work paying off. Community leaders see a bonus: more trained healthcare talent staying local. For these seniors, the future isn’t waiting — it’s already underway. The Latest Breaking News, Weather Alerts, Sports and More Anytime On Our Mobile Apps. Keep Up With the Latest Articles by Signing Up for the News Channel 3-12 Newsletter. The post San Marcos Health Academy Students Secure Guaranteed Admission to Westmont appeared first on News Channel 3-12. Previous Article Resultados fiscales de la Ciudad de Santa Bárbara Next Article La Fed mantiene sin cambios las tasas de interés mientras su independencia queda bajo amenaza Print 19 Rate this article: No rating Tags: Local NewsNewsSanta Barbara - South CountyTop StoriesEducationHealth Please login or register to post comments.