Eligibility & Application
To Apply to NextUp Follow These Steps
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Check that you Meet the Eligibility Requirements Below
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Enroll at Merced College
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Complete the FAFSA application OR California Application for Dream Act (CADA) |
Financial Aid Dept. will send an email to your Merced College student email letting you know if you need to submit documents through Verify My FAFSA.
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Verify Current/Former Foster Youth Status & Complete CHAFEE Application |
Contact Marysol Contreras
Financial Aid Foster Youth Liaison 209-384-6036 [email protected] OR Complete the California Foster Care Ombudsperson Verification Request Form Click Here |
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Register for at Least 9 Units |
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Complete EOPS/NextUp Digital Forms | 1. EOPS Application 2. NextUp Application & Contracts |
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Complete EOPS/NextUp Orientations |
Reach out to Kiah at 209-384-6077 to schedule the Orientation
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Meet with NextUp Counselor (Rene) | Kiah will schedule your appt when you meet for your Orientation |
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Sign End of Semester Review & Book Service Contract | Kiah will email you this after your academic counselor appointment |
Eligibility Requirements
- EOPS eligible
- Under the age of 26
- California Resident (AB 540/CA DREAMers may apply)
- A current or former foster youth in California whose dependency/wardship was established on or after your 13th birthday
- Enrolled in a minimum of 9 units
- Qualify for the California College Promise Grant (Follow up with the Financial Aid Department to determine your specific status)