The Fall 2013 application process is now OPEN!!!

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Renaissance Scholars at Cal Poly Pomona is seeking potential Scholars who meet the following criteria:

·         Demonstrate high motivation and academic potential to succeed in college

·         Must be a current or former foster youth between the ages of 17-24

·         Qualify for admissions to Cal State Polytechnic University, Pomona as a freshman or transfer student:

For CSU admission criteria and access to the application for admission, visit: www.csumentor.edu  

·         Qualify for EOP (Educational Opportunity Program)

For income eligibility information, visit: www.csumentor.edu/planning/eop

·         Must qualify as an “independent” student under federal financial aid guidelines

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 31, 2013 

APPLICATION PROCESS

STEP 1 - Complete the California State University undergraduate application for admission no later than November 30, 2012. The application is available at www.csumentor.edu.

*Please note that Cal Poly Pomona's Renaissance Scholars program accepts admission applications from prospective students for the Fall Quarter only.

STEP 2 - Download a Renaissance Scholars Application packet or call Educational Counselor Makeda Bostic at (909) 869-4306 to request a copy to be sent to your home.

Complete and submit the following forms to the Renaissance Scholars office:

• Form 1 - General Information
• Form 2 - Personal Statement 
• Form 3 - School Report (from Counselor)
• Form 4 - Teacher Recommendation 
• Form 5 - Personal Recommendation 
• Copy of ward of the court documentation (Foster Youth Verification Letter)
• Copy of high school / community college transcript

STEP 3 - Entering students must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or renewal FAFSA by the March 2 priority deadline.

*Please visit www.fafsa.ed.gov for FAFSA's online application.

STEP 4 - Current or emancipated foster youth who meet the university's admission standards and Renaissance Scholars requirements will be invited to Cal Poly Pomona for a personal interview and skills assessment between February and March.