Resources for Foster Youth

We recognize the obstacles that former foster youth encounter during your pursuit for higher education, and we are here to help you succeed.

Applying to Skyline College & Financial Aid

1. Read the Foster Youth Checklist  
2. Complete an Application for admission to Skyline College
3. Take Math and English Placement Tests
4. Complete  online Orientation
5. Schedule a Counseling appointment
6. Register for classes on WebSMART

For more information, please visit the Admissions & Records Office

Steps to Applying for Financial Aid

1. Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or a California Dream Act Application
2. Submit a Chafee Grant Application*
3. Obtain copy of Foster Youth Verification Letter from the County where Foster Care Services were received
4. Contact Brandon Gutierrez-Kitto, our Financial Aid Foster Youth Liaison (when emailing, please provide your name, G-Number and phone number).

*If you are/were in foster care or another court ordered out of home placement between your 16th and 18th birthday and have not reached your 26th birthday as of July 1st of the award year, you may be eligible for up to $5,000 of additional grant assistance through the Chafee Grant.

On-Campus Resources

• Support Programs:
  • Foster Youth Programs
  • EOPS
  • TRIO
• Campus Services & Centers
  • Learning Center: Tutoring & Studying
  • Career Services
• Basic Needs Assistance
  • SparkPoint at Skyline College
  • Benefits Access for College Completion "BACC"
  • Personal Counseling
  • Health and Wellness

Off Campus Resources:

• California Youth Connection (CYC)
• iFoster
• Casey Family Foundation
• CA Department of Education | Foster Youth Resources
• Housing Resources for former foster youth