programs + applications

Discover UFC's Program offerings and learn how to apply.

UFC is helping foster youth in Los Angeles graduate from high school, get into college and get a degree, find housing and employment and prepare to live independently. Through our Housing and Education Programs, we can help you acquire the resources and develop the skills to live a happy and successful life.

Applications

Apply to UFC's Pathways Program, College Readiness Program, College Sponsorship Program and Educational Events. If you are a current program participant, access important forms and information.

PATHWAYS TRANSITIONAL LIVING PROGRAM

Service-enriched transitional housing program for emancipated foster youth ages 18-23. Applications accepted year-round.

COLLEGE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

For high school seniors with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and plans to attend a four-year college or university. Transfer students also accepted. Referrals accepted July – January each year.

  • Application closed for this year 

FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS:

COLLEGE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM (CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY)

 For current College Sponsorship students only.

COLLEGE SPONSORSHIP CHECKPOINTS (CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY)

For current College Sponsorship students only.

First Year Checkpoints
MONTHLY - First year monthly check-in  
FALL - College Resources Scavenger Hunt Part I
SPRING - Due Date: May 6, 2013 - UFC Academic Plan

Second Year Checkpoints
FALL - College Resources Scavenger Hunt Part II
SPRING -- Due Date: May 6, 2013 - UFC Academic Plan 

Third Year Checkpoints
FALL - Resume Instructions, Sample Resume, Sample Cover Letter
SPRING -- Due Date: May 6, 2013 - UFC Academic Plan

Fourth Year Checkpoints
FALL -  Professional Development
SPRING -- Due Date: May 6, 2013 - 4th year reflection

Fifth Year Checkpoints
FALL - Next Steps 
SPRING - Due Date: May 6, 2013 - 5th year reflection

COLLEGE READINESS PROGRAM
Accepting applications for youth entering 7th, 8th or first semester of 9th grade.


CELEBRATION GRADUATION

For high school seniors with a GPA of 2.8 and above and plans to attend college or trade school in the fall. Referrals Accepted October – January each year.

COLLEGE WITHIN REACH

For students in grades 6-12 living in foster care or emancipated foster youth, as well as caregivers, social workers, lawyers, other service providers and volunteers.

  • Registration coming soon!  

For volunteers:

  • Volunteer info coming soon!