California State University, Monterey Bay
PAE-10: Affordability and Access Programs

McNair Scholars: The McNair Scholars program is a federally funded TRIO program that helps prepare students for doctoral study and careers in college teaching through a research internship. The program is named for Ronald McNair, one of the first African-American astronauts and is designed to increase the number of low-income, first-generation students, or underrepresented students in doctoral degree programs.

Educational Talent Search is a federally funded program under the TRIO branch of the U.S. Department of Education. ETS identifies and assists individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential to succeed in higher education. ETS provides academic, career, and financial aid counseling to 1,200 participants in Tri-County Area and encourages them to graduate from high school and continue to the post-secondary school of their choice.

TRiO Student Support Services provides supplemental tutoring, advising, counseling, remediation and other support services to first generation low-income college students. The aim of the program is to increase college retention rates and graduation among college students.

Upward Bound provides fundamental support and motivation to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in pre-college performance and ultimately in higher education pursuits. Upward Bound serves high school students from low-income families and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree.

CSUMB provides supplemental grant awards to low-income students in collaboration with Financial Aid. Unmet financial need is reduced through these grants provided by CAMP, EOP, and SSS.

College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) at California State University, Monterey Bay is a federally funded program designed to assist migrant and seasonal farmworker first-time freshmen here at the University. The purpose of CAMP is to address the educational and social development of low income and first generation college migrant students.

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) was established through state legislation in 1969 to identify and admit students who have potential to succeed at California State University campuses, but who have not achieved higher education goals because of economic and/or educational background.

TRiO Student Support Services provides supplemental tutoring, advising, counseling, remediation and other support services to first generation low-income college students. The aim of the program is to increase college retention rates and graduation among college students.

CSUMB administers the following federal and state programs to minimize the cost of attendance for low income students:

FEDERAL PELL GRANT
The Federal Pell Grant is available to students pursuing their first undergraduate degree, and to students enrolled in the Teacher Credential Program at CSUMB who meet Federal eligibility guidelines. The Pell Grant for the 2010/2011 academic year ranges from $976 to $5,550 depending on enrollment and EFC.

ACADEMIC COMPETITIVENESS GRANT (ACG)
The ACG Grant is for 1st and 2nd year students who graduated from high school and completed a rigorous secondary program of study. Other criteria must be met to receive this award. Final year of ACG grant is the 2010-2011 academic year. Supplemental funds will not be available to assist students who received an ACG Grant at CSUMB during the course of its existence.

SMART GRANT
The SMART Grant is for 3rd and 4th year students in designated majors of ESTP, Math, and ITCD. Students must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA to qualify. The final year of SMART grant is the 2010-2011 academic year. Supplemental funds will not be available to assist students who received a SMART Grant at CSUMB during the course of its existence.

FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT (FSEOG)
The FSEOG Grant is for undergraduates who have exceptional financial need and are pursuing their first degree. Priority is given to students with a Zero EFC (expected family contribution). The FSEOG grant for the 2010/2011 academic year ranges from $100 to $400.

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM (EOP) GRANT
The EOP grant is available to undergraduate students admitted to CSUMB through the EOP Program. Due to limited state funds, not all EOP students are selected for EOP grants.

CALIFORNIA STATE GRANT (CAL GRANT A, B & T)
The State of California provides grants to undergraduate and Teacher Credential candidates who are California residents. Cal Grants are for payment of registration fees. Initial awards are based on financial need, grade point average, and year in school. Renewals are based on financial need and satisfactory academic progress.
CAL Grant A initial awards are available to undergraduate students with both need and academic merit. This award pays state fees. Grants are renewable through the 4th year of college and for the Teaching Credential Program.
CAL Grant B initial awards provide a stipend of $1,551 for first bachelor degree students demonstrating high financial need and academic merit. Renewal Cal B awards include both a fee payment and the stipend.
CAL Grant T is provided to students who will enter the Teacher Credential Program in Fall 2008. The maximum award for this grant is $2,256 and it is not renewable. Students with renewable Cal A or B awards are not eligible for Cal T. *Due to the State budget, no new Cal Grant T will be awarded for 09-10.
As a condition of receiving a Cal Grant T award, a recipient must teach for one year at a low-performing school for each $2,000 of award received, for a maximum of four years. The recipients who do not meet the teaching obligation must repay the award.
Recipients of California State Grant are notified in writing by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) in early Summer. To be considered for the Cal Grant program, you must file a FAFSA (all students) and the Cal Grant GPA Verification Form (first time freshman only) by the state deadline of March 2nd.

STATE UNIVERSITY GRANT (SUG)
The State University Grant (SUG) is intended for students who are residents of California. Priority is given to students who have an EFC of 800 or less. Students receiving a fee payment from other programs such as Employee Fee Waiver, Vocational Rehabilitation, California Veterans Waiver, Over 60's Waiver, and Cal Grant A, B, are not eligible to receive this grant.

CSUMB TEACH GRANT
Through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, Congress created the Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program to provide grants of up to $4,000 per year to students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families. To qualify for the TEACH grant, a student must fill out a FAFSA and an Agreement to Serve on the TEACH website. At CSUMB, TEACH grants are available only to students fully admitted into an eligible teaching credential or graduate program. Be aware that a federal TEACH grant will be converted into an unsubsidized Direct Loan if the recipient fails to meet all of the requirements in the TEACH Grant Agreement to Serve. Interest will be calculated retroactively based on the grant disbursement dates. Interested students are required to contact their Financial Aid Counselor to determine eligibility.

www.csumb.edu/financialaid

The Center for Student Success seeks to educate, empower and enable students to become effective and transformative leaders within and beyond the California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) community. The Center will promote the value of learning and quality performance among students and staff, increase student retention, and will create successful transitions for students to productive and responsible participation in society.

TRiO Student Support Services provides supplemental tutoring, advising, counseling, remediation and other support services to first generation low-income college students. The aim of the program is to increase college retention rates and graduation among college students.

The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) was established through state legislation in 1969 to identify and admit students who have potential to succeed at California State University campuses, but who have not achieved higher education goals because of economic and/or educational background.

The CAMP Summer Residential Program is designed to help incoming college freshmen transition into university life. The summer program will equip students with the tools necessary to overcome the obstacles they face when attending the university. Students participate in educational workshops, have the opportunity to interact with instructors, university staff and other students and become acquaintance with CSUMB campus culture.

The mission of RISE is to enhance diversity in the sciences. We support and encourage under-represented middle and high school students from the Salinas and Monterey Bay areas to expand their interest and skills in science while providing them the tools and inspiration to attend college.

Upward Bound provides fundamental support and motivation to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in pre-college performance and ultimately in higher education pursuits. Upward Bound serves high school students from low-income families and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree.

Educational Talent Search is a federally funded program under the TRIO branch of the U.S. Department of Education. ETS identifies and assists individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential to succeed in higher education. ETS provides academic, career, and financial aid counseling to 1,200 participants in Tri-County Area and encourages them to graduate from high school and continue to the post-secondary school of their choice.

The Early Assessment Program (EAP) is an academic preparation program to help high school students meet college readiness standards in English-language arts and mathematics before admission to a CSU campus. It is a statewide program developed by the California Department of Education, State Board of Education, and the California State University system for all California public high school. EAP offers 11th grade high school students the opportunity to "test- out" of taking the usual entrance exams required for college admission.

Starting July 6, more than 250 youngsters will spend a month on the campus of CSU Monterey Bay as the Migrant Junior Otter program gets under way for its third year.
The program offers instruction in language arts and math in the morning. Each afternoon, students will be involved in theater activities, including music, dance, art and video editing. The youngsters will also be introduced to college life and learn what it takes to be a successful student.

Imagine College Summer Scholar Institute takes place on the CSUMB campus and involves a week-long learning experience. About 180 students participate and are taught enrichment courses by CSUMB faculty. Students can also participate concurrently in the UC Santa Cruz Math Academy to earn HS credits.

Recruitment for Science Education (Rise)
The mission of the Recruitment for Science Education (RISE) is to enhance diversity in the sciences. The program encourage under-represented middle and high school students from the Salinas and Monterey Bay areas to expand their interest and skills in science while providing them the tools and inspiration to attend college. For more information about the program visit http://rise.csumb.edu.

http://eosp.csumb.edu/early-outreach-and-support-programs
http://eosp.csumb.edu/

CSUMB administers an average of 45 scholarships to CSUMB students. A majority of scholarships identify eligibility as unmet need (Cost of Attendance – Financial Aid Awards = Unmet need). Scholarship descriptions are available on the Financial Aid website.

www.csumb.edu/financialaid

California State University, Monterey Bay hosts the Día de los Padres Reception at the Boys and Girls Club in Salinas, CA. This is an opportunity for parents to learn more about campus life, admissions and more. Representatives from different programs such as admissions, financial aid, College Assistance Migrant Program, and many more are provided, along with food and child care.

Super Sunday is a CSU program to connect with and inform African American students and their families about what it takes to get into college.

CSUMB Financial Aid Office coordinates a series of Financial Aid workshops for the tri-county students/parents between January 1st to March 2nd. The Financial Aid Office uses the resources provided by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) for a majority off campus and on campus outreach presentations. In addition, the Financial Aid Office reaches out to the local media for awareness of Financial Aid literacy at CSUMB.

University Promise of CSUMB
The program promises every sixth-grader guaranteed admission if he or she completes high school and meets other basic requirements. Throughout middle and high school, our new summer programs keep these student on the right track.

Prospective low-income students and their parents have an opportunity to learn about CSU Monterey Bay's academic, financial aid, housing and other campus programs at a yearly open house. The College Assistance Migrant Program and the Migrant Education Office in Monterey County bring low-income 4th-8th grade students to visit the campus and explore the different majors that CSUMB has to offer.

California State University, Monterey Bay hosts the Día de los Padres Reception at the Boys and Girls Club in Salinas, CA. This is an opportunity for parents to learn more about campus life, admissions and more. Representatives from different programs such as admissions, financial aid, College Assistance Migrant Program, and many more are provided, along with food and child care.

In collaboration with schools and districts in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties, we are implementing three GEAR UP partnership programs to build college-bound communities through academic preparation and increased awareness about college-going pathways. Funded by six-year grants from the U.S. Department of Education, GEAR UP is designed to increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education.

College: Making It Happen is a program designed to communicate to families and school educators the importance of early academic and financial planning in order for middle school children to have choices after high school graduation.

The mission of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is to improve the quality of life within our communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all African Americans.

Participation in The National College Resources Foundation/The College Expo’s mission is to increase college enrollment among underserved/underrepresented youth.

Participation in the Career Council Inc. and National Hispanic College Fairs Inc.® have been hosting college fair events across the United States since 1991. Founded with the goal of helping under-represented high school students with their college selection process.

All other Financial Aid programs at CSUMB are geared towards minimizing the cost of attendance for all students. Eligibility for Federal programs is determined by Expected Family Contribution (EFC), which is a result of submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

http://admissions.csumb.edu/financing-your-education

CSUMB has a Former Foster Youth (FFY) President’s Advisory Council. Their goals are:

To assist with FFYs’ transition to college;
To create better and specific outreach aimed at FFY;
To identify resources for FFY that would better assist and serve FFY during the transition into college;
To identify and create an array of campus and community based services that align with and complement the EOP model in support of FFY attending CSUMB.