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California State University, Fullerton - 4 year public university
Guardian Scholars Program

Contact: Grace Johnson
(657)278-4900

800 North State College
Fullerton, CA  92834

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Youth Served: 42

In addition to all annual fees, academic tuition, textbooks, and supplies, the program provides orientation to university life, year round on-campus housing, on-campus student employment opportunities, counseling, mentoring, financial aid application assistance, monthly recognition events, assistance with off-campus jobs in career field, and career planning.

California State University, San Bernadino - 4 year public university
EOP Foster Youth Program

Contact: Tristan Garcia
(909)537-5042

5500 University Parkway UH 395
San Bernardino, CA  92407

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Youth Served: 41

This program started in 2003 and offers admissions assistance, orientation, EOP grant awards, academic advising, priority registration, counseling and support, tutoring services through the Learning Center, on-campus housing assistance, summer transition and enrichment program (STEP), life skills workshops, socials and quarterly celebrations, and cultural enrichment activities.

California State University, San Marcos - 4 year public university
ACE Scholars Services

Contact: Jim Mickelson
(760)750-4869

333 South Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA  92096

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Youth Served: 30

ACE Scholar Services is designed to recruit, support, and sustain emancipated foster youth through university studies to achieve the college degrees and personal development needed for productive careers in society. ACE Scholar Services encompasses services from the point of admission to graduation, focusing on instilling in each participant the motivation and commitment to achieve their educational goals. For more information, contact Mr. Jan-Michael Silbaugh at 760-750-4846. Email us: ACE@csusm.edu

Cuyamaca College - community college
FYSI

Contact: Nora Hinsley
(619)660-4797

900 Rancho San Diego Parkway
El Cajon, CA  92019

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Youth Served: 25

Fullerton College - community college FYSI
EOPS Program -Foster Youth Success Initiative

Contact: Dolores Cornejo
(714)732-5382

321 E. Chapman Ave. Room 2020
Fullerton, CA  92832

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Youth Served: 55

Fullerton College has created a support network for emancipated foster youth that includes many of support services and programs and extends to local agencies that deliver services and aid to the emancipated foster youth. Fullerton College EOPS -Foster Youth Success Initiative provides orientation, counseling, peer advising, priority registrations, financial aid assistance, individual tutoring, workshops, a Text Card, university transfer waivers, and special events.

Grossmont College - community college
Guardian Scholars Program

Contact: Michael Perez
(619)644-7746

8800 Grossmont College Dr.
El Cajon, CA  92020

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Youth Served: 25

EFFORT offers consistent commitment by highly trained program staff, bi-monthly resource dinners, assistance with the Grossmont College application process, assistance with financial aid paperwork, academic and personal counseling, assistance with the Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS) application process, housing referrals, assistance with Medi-Cal applications, and referrals to community resources.

Irvine Valley College - community college
EOPS Foster Youth Program

Contact: Parisa Soltani
(949)451-5439

5500 Irvine Center Drive
Irvine, CA  92618

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EOPS is a state funded program for students who are financially and educationally disadvantaged. At Irvine Valley College, EOPS works to help students succeed by providing educational opportunities, encouragement, and support services. Reaching educational goals may seem difficult sometimes. We are committed to assisting our students in realizing their potential.

Mira Costa College - community college
EOPS

Contact: Jaymie Gonzaga
(760)795-6680

One Barnard Drive
Oceanside, CA  92056

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Youth Served: 22

The Mira Costa Guardian Scholars Program offers assistance with applying for home programs, MediCal, Chafee Grants, financial aid, EOPS, ILS classes, and other services to help youth succeed.

Orange Coast College - community college
Guardian Scholars Program

Contact: Doug Bennet
(714) 432-5126

2701 Fairview Road
Costa Mesa, CA  92628

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Youth Served: 20

In 2003 Orange Coast College joined with Orangewood children's home to offer scholarships to college-bound students who were either exiting the foster care system, had sought emancipation, or overcome similar circumstances. The Guardian Scholars program is a comprehensive program of financial aid, life coaching, mentoring, housing and personalized attention. Orangewood Children's Foundation serves as a supporting agency for several colleges in the Orange County area. This program serves only Orange County foster youth.

Palomar College - community college
Guardian Scholars Program

Contact: Stephanie Ortega
(858)278-4400 ext 22

1140 Palomar College Road
San Marcos, CA  92069

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Youth Served: 30

San Bernardino Valley College - community college
YESS Program

Contact: Carolyn Lindsey
(609)384-8282

701 S. Mount Vernon Ave.
San Bernardino, CA  92410

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The community college Youth Empowerment Strategies for Success (YESS) programs are designed to assist current and former foster and probation youth successfully navigate the community college system while simultaneously teaching them basic life skills. YESS program services include dedicated program staff that assist students complete the FAFSA, Chafee grant application and other financial aid forms, refer and assist youth to access campus and community based resources and provide experience-based life skills training.

San Diego City College - community college
Guardian Scholars Program

Contact: Stephanie Ortega
(858)278-4400 ext 22

1313 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA  92101

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Youth Served: 30

San Diego Mesa College - Community College
Fostering Academic Success and Transitions (FAST)

Contact: Myra Gonzalez
(619)388-2706

7250 Mesa College Drive
San Diego, CA  92111

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Youth Served: 40

The FAST (Fostering Academic Success and Transition) Scholars Program at Mesa College has been designed to provide assistance to foster youth students currently enrolled in college and high school seniors making the transition to college. Any foster youth with the dream of attending college is strongly encouraged to join the FAST Scholars Program! Program Benefits: Priority Registration Academic, Career and Personal Counseling Book Vouchers* Cash Grants* Connection to faculty and counseling staff at Mesa College Peer Mentors to aid in your transition to college Support in building a sense of belonging and confidence (*Must have unmet need) To Qualify: You must be eligible for Mesa's EOPS services and enrolled in at least 12 units You must be a California resident You must be a foster youth who was eligible for Independent Living Program services

San Diego Miramar College - community college
Guardian Scholars Program/FYSI

Contact: Joan Thompson
(619)388-7544

10440 Black Mountain Road
San Diego, CA  92126

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Youth Served: 10

San Diego State University - 4 year public university
Guardian Scholars Program

Contact: Josephine Mojica
(619)594-0140

5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA  92182

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Youth Served: 30

SDSU's Guardian Scholars Program is administered through the Office of Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) and Ethnic Affairs. Services include year round housing, individual guidance and support, Summer Bridge for incoming freshmen and Transfer Bridge for transfer students, Guardian Scholars University Seminar, peer mentoring, and tutoring. Program participants also have the opportunity to apply for the Alex Smith Foundation Scholarship once accepted into the SDSU Guardian Scholars Program.

Santa Ana College - community college
EOPS

Contact: Catherine Shaffer
(714)564-6238

1530 West 17th Street
Santa Ana, CA  92706

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The EOPS program is committed to supporting driven college bound students exiting the foster care system at Santa Ana College. It was designed to provide financial aid assitance and personal support to ensure that full advantage is taken of college life, both inside and outside of the classroom.

Santiago Canyon College - community college
Americorps

Contact: Rob Olmos
(714)628-4712

8045 East Chapman Ave.
Orange, CA  92869

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Youth Served: 10

The Guardian Scholars program is a comprehensive program of financial aid, life coaching, mentoring, housing, and personalized attention.

University of California, Irvine - 4 year public university
Guardian Scholars Program

Contact: Shelly Brown
(949)824-9836

2100 Student Services II
Irvine, CA  92697

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Youth Served: 12 to 15

UC Irvine's Guardian Scholars Program comprehensive assistance packages include financial aid, housing support, academic mentors, and extracurricular activities. The program is a seven year old partnership between UCI and the Orangewood Children's Foundation.

University of California, Riverside - 4 year public university
Guardian Scholars Program

Contact: Dr. Tuppett Yates
(951)827-4991

2320 Olmsted Hall
Riverside, CA  92521

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Youth Served: 8

UC Riverside Guardian Scholars is a program that provides scholarships, life coaching, mentors, housing and personalized attention to former foster youth. The program assists with covering some of the cost of summer housing, scholarships, books, food and emergencies. The UCR Guardian Scholars program provides a network of resources to students who are "aging out" or "emancipating" from the foster care system to facilitate their successful pursuit of higher education. The program draws on the resources, strength and support of the UCR community to provide scholars with a comprehensive college experience and the opportunity to explore and realize their full potential.

University of California, San Diego - 4 year public university
Guardian Scholars Program

Contact: Susan Kelly
(858) 822-1366

9500 Gilman Drive
San Diego, CA  92093

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Youth Served: 20

The Guardian Scholars Program supports former foster youth by awarding a $3,500 or $5,000 scholarship per academic year to eligible UC San Diego undergraduate students. Special privileges include: Orientation to university life Access to on-campus housing all year round Student employment opportunities Assistance with financial aid applications Life skills counseling Career planning A recognition event for scholars and program supporters The program provides more than scholarship funds — it's designed to help ensure your academic success, to offer support services and experiences that encourage active participation in campus life, and to provide career-development skills for life after graduation. Friendly and informal monthly meetings with your Guardian Scholarship mentor focus on problem-solving, life counseling, and encouragement.