What is NextUp?
Miramar College’s NextUp program provides wrap-around services to current and former foster youth students to promote their educational/career goals and holistic well-being.
For more information contact: Vanessa Montano at vmontano@sdccd.edu or contact EOPS at 619-388-7869
NextUp Support Services
Semester grants (extra $$) | Transportation Assistance
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Work-study ($$ to work on campus) | Food Assistance
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Book Account and School Supply Account ($$ for books/supplies) | Emergency grants (one-time funding) |
Invitation to Events/Workshops/Activities | Assistance with Financial Aid Applications & Scholarships! |
Access to our Personal Counselor | Personal Tutoring |
Eligibility Requirements
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Be a current or former foster youth whose dependency or wardship was established or continued by the court on, or after the youth’s 13th birthday. (depedency ward/of the court letter may be required)
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Be under 26 at the beginning of the academic year
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Be enrolled in at least nine 1 units with plans to add 9 units for subsequent semesters (6 units if DSPS eligible).
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Have your financial aid established at Miramar College
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