Civic & Voter Engagement at CCSF

City College of San Francisco is committed to preparing students to be informed, engaged, and active participants in our democracy. Through nonpartisan civic engagement opportunities, voter education, and community partnerships, we empower students to make their voices heard—both on campus and at the ballot box.

Whether you're registering to vote for the first time, updating your registration, learning about upcoming elections, or looking for ways to get involved in your community, we're here to help.

 

Vote in Person

Vote by Mail

Get more information about all the ways to vote on the California Secretary of State’s website.

Important Dates

DateDescription
Monday, October 5, 2026County elections officials begin mailing ballots & secure ballot drop-off locations open.
Monday, October 19, 2026The last day to register to vote online for November 3, 2026, General Election
Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Unity Day (SF Elections Office Voter Information Table in celebration of Vote Early Day)

Ocean Campus, Ram Plaza, 10am – 2pm

Saturday, October 24, 2026The first vote centers open for early in-person voting in all Voter’s Choice Act counties.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Election Day

  • Mailed ballots must be postmarked on or before this date
  • November 3 is the last day to vote in-person or return a ballot by 8:00 p.m. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Source: California Secretary of State

California Secretary of State Students Vote Project

College Student Voter Resource Guide

Official California Voting Information Guide

Official Voter Information Guide

Personalized Ballot & Candidate Information

The Student Civic and Voter Empowerment Act (SCVEA)

Under California's Student Civic and Voter Empowerment Act (AB 963), community colleges are required to promote civic engagement and help students stay informed about voting and election opportunities. Visit the California Secretary of State’s Student Vote Project webpage for more information.

California University and College Ballot Bowl

California University and College Ballot Bowl

City College of San Francisco is participating in the California University and College Ballot Bowl, a statewide civic engagement competition hosted by the California Secretary of State’s Students Vote Project. From August 10 through November 3, 2026, California colleges and universities are recognized for engaging students in the democratic process through voter registration, student voting plans, and other civic and voter engagement efforts. CCSF students can participate by registering to vote or updating their registration and creating a plan to vote for the November 3, 2026 election.

All In Campus Democracy Challenge

CCSF is a Participating Campus with All In Campus Democracy Challenge.