NextUp — Foster Youth Student Success
California Community Colleges
NextUp supports eligible current and former foster youth while attending a California community college. Depending on the college, students can receive assistance with books and school supplies, transportation, tutoring, food, emergency housing, counseling, priority registration, career support, and transfer assistance. Students work with counselors and follow an education plan to help them stay on track toward their educational goals.
Who it is for
- Ages: 18-26
- Where you can use it: Statewide - California
- How you get it: In person
- Cost: Free
Check that this applies to you
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- You were in foster care for at least one day on or after your 13th birthday.
- You attend or plan to attend a participating California community college.
- You are enrolled or plan to enroll in at least 9 units OR agree to an education plan with the goal of reaching 9 units.
- You first enroll in NextUp by age 26.
How to apply
Use the NextUp campus finder to locate a participating California community college. Contact that college's NextUp/Foster Youth Services office and ask to enroll in NextUp. The college will verify eligibility and explain its enrollment process.