Educational Talent Search

Overview February 5, 2019

The UC Davis Educational Talent Search (ETS) program mission is to encourage and assist middle school and high school students from low-income families pursue a postsecondary education. The program reaches 1,700 students each year from communities in Yolo, Sacramento and Solano Counties. Learn which schools are served by our program.

Post October 29, 2026

UC Davis Receives Five Department of Labor Educational Talent Search Grants

The $8.2 million award will support college and career guidance in four California counties

The School of Education has received five new federal Educational Talent Search (ETS) grants totaling $8.2 million. These five-year grants will support continued and expanded work of ETS branches in Sacramento, Solano, Yolo, and Shasta counties.

Post December 17, 2021

Educational Talent Search Receives $4.8 Million in New Grants

The School of Education has received five federal Educational Talent Search (ETS) grants totaling $4.8 million over the next five years to support the continued and expanded work of ETS programs in Sacramento, Solano, Yolo and Shasta counties. The programs collectively serve 2,700 students in grades 6–12 who have academic potential, want to continue their education beyond high school, and need extra support and information to reach their goals.

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The ETS program helps students identify their strengths and develop future goals. Find out more.

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Apply for the Educational Talent Search Program

Students and parents can learn more about the application process here.

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