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As part of the University’s efforts to expand educational opportunity, a number of access and equity programs have been developed. These programs include cooperative efforts between the offices of the Vice Presidents for Academic Affairs and Student Affairs.
Educational Opportunity Program
A major program of Student Support and Equity Services, the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) is Cal Poly Pomona’s first and most comprehensive postsecondary access and equity program. Established in 1969, the program serves low-income California residents who demonstrate the motivation and potential to succeed in college. Although 98 percent of EOP students entering Cal Poly Pomona meet the University’s regular admission requirements, the program may provide access for a limited number of first-time freshmen who do not qualify for regular admission, depending upon enrollment restrictions. EOP promotes equity (“leveling the playing field”) by providing participants with a broad range of support services throughout their undergraduate enrollment, as long as they maintain full-time status, make satisfactory academic progress, and fulfill program requirements.
Among the services provided by EOP are primary advising for our undeclared students and supplemental academic advising for our declared students, academic success seminars to develop effective study skills and enhance academic performance, no cost tutoring and GWT preparation, peer mentoring, personal development services, and student activities to build community and an appreciation for EOP’s rich history.
To apply for admission to the Educational Opportunity Program, prospective first-time freshmen and/or transfer students must complete and submit the online undergraduate CSU application at www.csumentor.edu. The priority filing period for Fall quarter is February 1. In addition to those forms, all applicants must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 2. All applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible during the application filing period.
Once an EOP applicant’s file is complete, it will be carefully reviewed by the EOP Admissions and Enrollment Committee. The committee will not consider an applicant unless documents and forms required by the University’s Admissions Office have been received and the applicant’s file is complete.
The Admissions and Enrollment Committee will consider such factors as the applicant’s background, previous academic performance, cocurricular activities, work experience, motivation, and potential for success at Cal Poly Pomona. The committee may also look for any contributions that the applicant has made or intends to make to his or her community. It is important that applicants complete all forms completely and accurately in order to assist the committee in evaluating their application. Some applicants may be required to come to campus for a personal interview. Students will be notified if an interview is required.
After an applicant’s file has been reviewed and a decision has been reached, the Executive Director of Student Support and Equity Programs (SSEP) will notify the applicant of the decision via e-mail. An offer and EOP Acceptance Agreement will be mailed emailed to applicants who have been recommended for program. The EOP Acceptance Agreement must be electronically signed and submitted to the EOP Admissions and Enrollment Services Office. If it is not signed and returned on or before the specified date, the offer of acceptance to the EOP will be canceled.
For additional information on the Educational Opportunity Program, visit the website at www.dsa.csupomona.edu/ssep/eop, e-mail eopadmin@csupomona.edu or call (909) 869-3362.
Summer Bridge Program
Initiated at Cal Poly Pomona in the summer of 1985, the Summer Bridge Program is a five-week residential and commuter program that assists students in making the transition from high school to the more challenging environment of the University. The program provides a preview of the college experience and helps students build academic skills to be successful at Cal Poly Pomona.
The Summer Bridge Program offers courses that help sharpen skills in math, reading, writing, and critical thinking. In addition, tutorials, workshops, and other activities are included in the Summer Bridge experience. Students participating in the program receive academic advising, registration assistance, and opportunities to connect and build support network with other students and campus resources. The University covers all direct costs, including registration fees, room, board, and books.
EOP first-time freshmen are eligible to participate in the Summer Bridge Program. Some students may be required to attend as a condition of their acceptance into EOP.
For additional information, please call the Summer Bridge Coordinator at (909) 862-3227 or the SSEP office at (909) 869-3369.
Renaissance Scholars
The Renaissance Scholars (RS) program is a comprehensive program that is dedicated to promoting a successful transition out of foster care into higher education. The purpose is to provide former foster youth with educational experiences and a nurturing environment that can afford them the opportunity to obtain a college degree. The program meets the needs of students by providing workshops, mentoring, tutoring, academic advising, seminar classes, year-round housing, financial assistance, and community building activities. RS graduates are successful due to the comprehensive support structure, have earned advanced degrees, have become educators, counselors, social workers, business owners, and productive and engaged citizens.
Created in January 2002, Renaissance Scholars has grown from 10 students to a current class size of 50. Students are former foster youth that were in the system between the ages of 16 and 18, therefore, meeting the minimum eligibility for this program. RS assists youth in redefining who they are, breaking the cycle of abuse or poverty, and transforming their future. The participant demographics reflect the campus’ strong commitment to diversity. Nationally, less than 5% of all former foster youth will graduate from college. RS is helping to repair that dismal statistic. Currently, the RS graduation rate is 50%. RS students are beating the odds by investing in themselves and attending college.
To apply for admission to the Renaissance Scholars program, prospective first-time freshmen or transfer students must complete and submit the online undergraduate CSU application and EOP online application at www.csumentor.edu. Complete the RS Application at www.dsa.csupomona.edu/rs/ and submit by January 31st. In addition to these forms, all applicants must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 2.
Once an RS applicant’s file is complete, it will be carefully reviewed by the RS Admissions Committee. The committee will not consider an applicant unless documents and forms required by the University’s Admissions Office have been received and the applicant’s file is complete. Applicants may be required to come to campus for a personal interview; if an interview is required the student will be notified.
After an applicant’s file has been reviewed and a decision has been reached, an offer of acceptance will be emailed to applicants who have been recommended for program acceptance.
For additional information on the Renaissance Scholars program, send an email to mdbostic@csupomona.edu or call (909) 869-3169.
McNair Scholars Program
The McNair Scholars Program is a federally funded TRIO program that provides numerous opportunities to Cal Poly Pomona juniors and seniors who will engage in hands-on, multi-disciplinary training designed to introduce the rigors of study, research, and writing needed to be successful at the doctoral level. Scholars will work closely with faculty mentors and a faculty coordinator throughout the academic year and during the five week summer residential component to strengthen critical thinking, report and technical writing, statistics and research methods, and to design and conduct a specific research project. Scholars will present their research findings at the Cal Poly Pomona Summer Research Symposium. Students who are accepted into the program and complete quarterly requirements will receive an annual stipend.
The goal of the McNair Scholars Program is to increase the number of low income, first generation, and traditionally underrepresented students gaining admission to graduate school, completing doctoral level study, and pursuing careers in college teaching.
Eligible students must meet the following requirements:
Junior status and one or more of the following criteria:
- Underrepresented at the doctoral level (African American, Latino American, Native American, and individuals underrepresented in science and technical fields).
- First generation student (neither parent graduated from a four year institution).
- Low income student (receiving financial aid).
In addition to the above criteria, we are also seeking students who are majoring in the following colleges: Agriculture, Engineering, Environmental Design, and Science; or the following departments: Behavioral Science, Political Science, and Social Science.
For more information about the McNair Scholars Program, please contact Dr. Winny Dong at (909) 869-2634.
California Pre-Doctoral Program
Through a CSU system-wide competition, students underrepresented in their academic disciplines may apply for a California Pre-Doctoral Award through the Office of Academic Programs. The California Pre-doctoral Program is designed to increase the pool of potential faculty by supporting the doctoral aspirations of CSU students who have experienced economic and educational disadvantages. Students granted one of the 75 annual awards will receive a $2,000 stipend that may be used for travel to doctoral-granting universities, attendance at professional conferences and seminars, subscriptions to professional journals, and fees for applying to graduate schools. Students applying for the award must be sponsored by a faculty member who acts as advisor and mentor to the student. Awarded faculty sponsors may receive a travel stipend of up to $1,000 to accompany the student to universities and professional conferences or seminars.
Coordinator: Charlene Saunders, Extension 2955
CSU Chancellor’s Doctoral Incentive Program
Through the Chancellor’s Doctoral Incentive Program (CDIP), the California State University (CSU) encourages underrepresented students to pursue doctoral degrees by providing financial assistance in the form of a student loan. Established in 1987, the CDIP is the largest program of its kind in the United States. As of June 2012, the program has loaned $46 million to 1,965 doctoral students enrolled in universities throughout the nation, and 1,154 of these participants have successfully earned doctoral degrees. The program seeks to provide loans to doctoral students who are interested in applying and competing for CSU instructional faculty positions after completion of the doctoral degree. If a participant applies, competes for, and is hired in a CSU instructional faculty position after completion of the doctoral degree, 20 percent of the loan will be forgiven for each year of full-time postdoctoral teaching employment in the CSU. Loans are available in amounts of up to $10,000 per year up to a total of $30,000. Among participants who have earned their doctoral degrees, 646 (56 percent) have subsequently obtained employment in CSU instructional faculty positions.
Coordinator: Mary Lucero Ferrel, Extension 3407.
Educational Enhancement Programs
Agriculture Educational Enhancement Services - AGREES
Coordinator: Rhonda Ostrowski, Extension 3718
Maximizing Engineering Potential - MEP
Director: Milton Randle, Extension 2482
Science Educational Enhancement Services - SEES
Faculty Coordinator: Barbara Burke, Extension 3676
Educational Enhancement Programs reflect the university’s commitment to providing educational services for Cal Poly Pomona students who are first-generation college students, unfamiliar with a university environment, or who for other reasons can benefit from working with faculty and other students to strengthen their connection to the University and enhance their ability to succeed academically. Recognizing the significance of a supportive academic climate, the programs have been established in each of the nine colleges to deliver challenging educational opportunities to students majoring in the respective disciplines. The programs have an academic focus that constructs a community-based model of education which encourages learning through collaboration and ties together all facets of students’ college experiences including personal development, academic achievement, social and civic responsibility, cultural enjoyment, and continued learning related to graduate school and careers.
In each of the programs, entering students join a community of scholars within the college or school and engage in academic domain-specific activities with university faculty, staff, peers, and industry and community representatives. Student participants benefit from the personalized attention of caring faculty who strive to create a healthy and connected learning environment. Program offerings vary and are intentionally designed to promote academic achievement, college persistence, and improve graduation rates of student members.
Specifically, services and activities may include intensive academic advising, specialized orientations, instructional workshops, academic seminars, identified rooms for group study and technical computer support, a resource information clearing-house, collaborative study groups with peer leaders, referrals for tutorial support, linked clubs for pre-professional students from target ethnic groups, exploration of graduate schools and career opportunities, networking with industry professionals, financial aid and scholarship information, organized field trips, co-registration in sections of difficult core courses with adjunct tutorial support, and graduation/recognition celebrations.
Upward Bound Classic Programs
Upward Bound is a federally funded program through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and is sponsored by the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona). The program is designed to help prepare high school students for success in postsecondary education free of charge. The goal of UB is to provide assistance to eligible high school students who demonstrate potential to succeed in college. Eligible participants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, be economically disadvantaged, and be a potential first generation to college student.
The Upward Bound Classic Programs at Cal Poly Pomona are designed to generate the skills and motivation necessary for success in education beyond high school among low‐income and potential first‐generation college students who are enrolled in Montclair High School, Ontario High School, Garey High School, Pomona High School, Village Academy High School, Chino High School, and Don Antonio Lugo High School. UB assists students in successful completion of high school and entry into postsecondary education by accomplishing program goals and objectives. All services and activities are offered and provided at no cost to participants or their families. Each program component is geared to assist students to become (1) more informed of the educational, social, and cultural opportunities available at postsecondary institutions, (2) acquaint participants with the range of career options available to them, (3) assist students in developing and implementing effective life skills, and (4) assist students in successfully gaining admittance and being retained at postsecondary institutions.
Upward Bound Math Science Programs (STEM)
What is Upward Bound Math Science? Upward Bound Math Science is a federally funded program through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and is sponsored by the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona). The program is designed to help prepare high school students for success in postsecondary education free of charge. The goal of Upward Bound Math Science is to provide assistance to high school students who are interested in attending college and majoring in the math, science and engineering fields. They must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents, economically disadvantaged, and/or first generation college students.
The Upward Bound Math Science Programs at Cal Poly Pomona are designed to generate the skills and motivation necessary for success in education beyond high school among low-income and potential first-generation college students who are enrolled in Montclair High School, Garey High School, Pomona High School, and Village Academy High School. UBMS assists students in successful completion of high school and entry into postsecondary education by accomplishing program goals and objectives. All services and activities are offered and provided at no cost to participants or their families. Each program component is geared to assist students become (1) more informed of the educational, social, and cultural opportunities available at postsecondary institutions, (2) acquaint participants with the range of career options available to them, (3) assist students in developing and implementing effective life skills, and (4) assist students in successfully gaining admittance and being retained at postsecondary institutions.
Educational Talent Search
ETS is a federally funded program through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education that helps prepare high school students for success in postsecondary education free of charge. The goal of ETS is to provide information and services to eligible high school students who demonstrate potential and a desire to pursue postsecondary education. Eligible participants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, be economically disadvantaged, and be a potential first generation to college student.
The Educational Talent Search (ETS) Program at Cal Poly Pomona is designed to generate the skills and motivation necessary for success in education beyond high school among low-income and potential first generation college students who are enrolled in Chino High School, Buena Vista Continuation School, and Chino Valley Learning Academy. ETS assists students in successful completion of high school and entry into postsecondary education by accomplishing program goals and objectives. All services and activities are offered and provided at no cost to participants or their families. Each program component is geared to assist students to become (1) more informed of the educational, social, and cultural opportunities available at postsecondary institutions, (2) acquaint participants with the range of career options available to them, (3) assist students in developing and implementing effective life skills, and (4) assist students in successfully gaining admittance and being retained at postsecondary institutions.
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