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.
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.
College Sponsorship Referral Form - College Sponsorship Application
- College Sponsorship Transfer Student Referral Form
- College Sponsorship Transfer Student Application
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
SUMMER - Creating a personal budget Financial review Monthly budget template
FALL - College Resources Scavenger Hunt Part I
SPRING - UFC Academic Plan
Second Year Checkpoints
FALL - College Resources Scavenger Hunt Part II
SPRING - UFC Academic Plan
SUMMER - Creating a personal budget Financial review Monthly budget template
Third Year Checkpoints
FALL - Resume Instructions, Sample Resume, Sample Cover Letter
SPRING - UFC Academic Plan
SUMMER - Creating a personal budget Financial review Monthly budget template
Fourth Year Checkpoints
FALL - Professional Development
SUMMER - Creating a personal budget Financial review Monthly budget template
Fifth Year Checkpoints
FALL - Next Steps
SUMMER - Creating a personal budget Financial review Monthly budget template
COLLEGE READINESS PROGRAM
For foster youth grades 7-12. Applications for rising 7th graders generally accepted Jan.-Apr. each year.
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.
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.