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Summer College Readiness Program

The Summer College Readiness Program is a 7-day orientation to EOPS and an introduction to Foothill College. The program prepares you for the next step of your academic journey in a relaxed setting to ease your transition to college.

Learn all about EOPS and its benefits to you.
Develop lifelong learning strategies and study skills.
Work directly with a counselor to approach and solidify your academic goals.
Meet other new students

You qualify for the Summer College Readiness Program if you:

are a first-time high school transfer college student or have minimal college experience
Are eligibile to participate in the EOPS Program-see EOPS Program Eligibility Requirements.

The 2021 Summer College Readiness program will be held virtually. Participation will include scheduled class meetings.

The program includes sign up for two courses:

CNSL 275: Road to College Success: More than Just Books (1 unit)

Course will introduce EOPS/CARE students to various EOPS services, policies and requirements governing programs. Course encourages collaborative learning, educational attainment, promotes student retention, persistence, success. Topics included: financial aid/scholarship applications, identifying campus resources, budgeting and managing money, cultural identity and experiences, goal-setting, self-esteem, career options, managing time.

CNSL 5*: Introduction to College (1 unit)

Introduction to Foothill College academic policies, resources, programs and services; tools for career exploration, determination and decision making; choosing the right classes based on career/academic goals, the transfer process; study skills; time management and formulation of computer based educational plans.

* If you have previously completed CNSL 5 or SPED 8 you are exempt from taking CNSL 5.

How to Sign Up

Contact Sarah Corrao at, CorraoSarah@fhda.edu . Or, Stop by EOPS Student Connect, Live (Virtual Front Desk) on the EOPS home page.

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