Guardian Scholars

Guardian Scholars at San José State University is committed to supporting students who have experienced Foster Care and students who are determined Independent through the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. We provide a network of integrated support and resources that focus on academic, career, and lifelong personal development. 

Our vision is that every Guardian Scholar will identify, access, and utilize the support and resources needed to achieve their desired level of personal and academic success.

Please reach out to us for more information: guardianscholars@bianlifan.com

GSP Participant Eligibility

To be eligible for the Guardian Scholars Program, you must be:

• A student who is admitted to 菠菜网lol正规平台
• Enrolled at least part-time (6 units) at 菠菜网lol正规平台
• A current or former youth who experienced Foster Care or identify as
  • Dependent/Ward of the Court
  • Under Legal Guardianship
  • AB12 Eligible
  • Independent Student Status as determined by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
• GSP applicants must have a complete application that includes
   a dependency or ward of the court letter to verify that you were in care

*EOP acceptance is no longer required to apply to Guardian Scholars

菠菜网lol正规平台 Foster Youth Resources

Sign up for the Foster Youth Resources email, which provides information and resources focused on supporting students who identify as a current or former foster youth.

The 菠菜网lol正规平台 Foster Youth Resources email list is intended for 菠菜网lol正规平台 students who identify as current or former foster youth and are NOT in the Guardian Scholars Program.