Guardian Scholars Foster Youth Program
The Guardian Scholars Program aims to connect current and former foster youth with a support system to help develop the tools needed to succeed in, through, and beyond college. AVC Guardian Scholars works to:
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Encourage students to participate in interesting and/or beneficial activities, events, or programs
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Support students concerning academic, personal, mental, and/or emotional well-being
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Provide enriching activities and create a scholarly community that supports success
HOW TO APPLY TO THE
AVC GUARDIAN SCHOLAR PROGRAM
Current Students-
Apply and Opt-In to the Guardian Scholars Program HERE!
Attend Orientation
New Students-
Complete the AVC Admissions Application Process at https://www.avc.edu/studentservices/adminrec/applyonline
We are currently accepting applications for Spring 2024
Contact/Additional Questions:
Ty Steans (Guardian Scholars/NextUp Project Supervisor)
Mon-Thur 8:30am-5:30pm
Fri- 7:30-11:30am
Email: Ty.steans@avc.edu or 661-722-6300 ext. 6156
NextUP Eligibility
Current or former foster youth
Enrolled in at least 9 units
Under the age of 26 at the start of the academic year
In out of home placement, dependency, or ward of the court on or after their 13th birthday
Provide proof of dependency
Eligible for EOPS
Apply for NextUp
Make sure you have applied for Financial Aid and the Chaffee Grant https://www.csac.ca.gov/
Financial Aid Counter for assistance- (Guardian Scholar Financial Aid Representative Kendra Doss)
Mon-Thurs 8am – 5pm & Fri 7:30 am – 11:30 am
