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Project Rebound is a specialized student program that empowers formerly incarcerated and justice system impacted students at CSU San Marcos.
The program helps students navigate higher education and supports retention, academic success and career discernment. Project Rebound also connects students with campus, community and regional resources to support their success.
Happening this Month!
San Diego Regional Reentry Roundtable (SDRR) -Summer 2026 Convening
Building Pathways Through Education, Employment, and Community
- Tuesday, August 18, 2026
- 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- McMahan House
- Hosted by: California State University San Marcos
Join us for a morning of learning, collaboration, and networking with students, educators, and professionals committed to supporting justice-impacted communities.
Hear from Formerly Incarcerated individuals who have completed education and are in successful, rewarding, and lucrative careers in tech and law!
Center Resources
- admission support
- advocacy for students with parole or probation difficulties
- academic advising
- FAFSA and scholarship support
- internships
- counseling/therapy
- mentoring
- record expungment workshops
- resume building
- career support
- legal clinics
- and much more
Center Facilities
- computers for student use
- printing services
- community space/lounge
- fridge and microwave
- academic supplies for students,
- meeting space
History
Project Rebound was founded in 1967 by Professor John Irwin at San Francisco State University. The program, back then and now, is run by full-time staff and students, most of whom have had prior incarceration experiences. The program offers wrap-around services to students impacted by the criminal justice system. By offering college support, students excel in higher education. The program seeks to admit full-time students to CSUSM who are motivated to be successful and who are dedicated to transforming their lives.