Guardian Scholars Program

Apply to the Guardian Scholars Program

Complete the following steps below to complete your Guardian Scholars Application:

 Step 1: Complete the Guardian Scholars Application
 Step 2:  Complete the Guardian Scholars Needs Assessment
 Step 3: Schedule Welcome/Intake Appointment
 Step 4: Register for Guardian Scholars New Student Orientation. 
 Step 5: Follow us on Instagram: @csulbguardianscholars

Apply for the Guardian Scholars Program

Email Oneida.Santana@csulb.edu if you have any additional questions.

To be eligible for the Guardian Scholars program, a student must:

  • Complete the CSULB Guardian Scholars Application
  • Be currently enrolled at CSULB
  • Be current or former foster youth
  • Be able to submit Foster Youth Verification Documentation (FYVD)

Once enrolled in the program, a Guardian Scholars student must:

  • Meet with Guardian Scholars Resource Coordinator at least twice per semester.
  • Meet with Guardian Scholars Academic Counselor at least twice per semester
  • Meet with EOP Financial Aid Counselor at least once per semester
  • Participate in 2 Guardian Scholars Professional Development Workshops
  • Participate in 2 Guardian Scholars Gatherings
  • Participate in at least 1 Guardian Scholars Engagement Activities 

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Guardian Scholars 2026 orientation group photo.
Guardian scholars dorm party 2026 event.
Three Guardian Scholars students posing in their graduation outfits.
Two students attending the Guardian Scholars Dorm Party 2026.
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Two Guardian Scholars students at an event.
Three Guardian Scholars students at an event.