College Support Program
The Stars College program is an interdependent program that welcomes students interested in achieving a certification or degree program. Our hope is to see our students pursue careers aligned with their academic, professional, personal, and spiritual goals. Our program seeks to build and strengthen support systems around our students through iGraduate coaching, resource events, and financial support to help students thrive.
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Our Scholarships and Grants
*For information on outside scholarships, check out our students resource page.
2024 EVJ Scholarship Program
DEADLINE EXTENDED: APRIL 22, 2024 @ 1 1:59PM PST
The Eric V. Johnson scholarship seeks to award students who applied or are enrolled in a 2- year school or trade program $500.00 and four year university/college $1000.00
Applicants must reside in the Pasadena/Altadena community.
General College Scholarship
Stars offers 4 levels of scholarship and support opportunities through our College Support program.
Level 1
Requirements: No university enrollment is necessary.
Student receives:
- iGraduate Coaching
- College Campus Visits
- Networking Opportunities
- Career Exploration Opportunity
Financial Award: None
Level 2
Requirements: Must be enrolled at a 2 year school or certificate program.
- Everything in Level 1
- College Mentoring
- Assistance with College Applications & FAFSA
- Transportation Assistance
- Student Check-Ins
- Study Hall Opportunities
- Debt Counseling
- College Start Kit (Books, Supplies, and Technology)
- Network to Existing Support Systems in Your Community and On-Campus
Financial Award: Up to $500.00
Level 3
Requirements: Must be enrolled at a public 4-year school.
Student receives:
- Support in Levels 1 and 2
- Crisis Prevention
- On-Campus Visits (in or out of state)
- Immigration Support (where needed)
- Health Insurance Enrollment Support
- Study Hall Opportunities
Financial Award: Between $1,000-1,500
Level 4
Requirements: Must be enrolled at a private 4-year school.
Student receives:
- Everything in Levels 1-3
- Tuition Support
- Study Hall Opportunities
- Leadership Opportunities
Financial Award: Between $1,000-2000
Thank you to all who applied to the 2023 Stars General Scholarship, the application is NOW CLOSED. Award letters will be emailed out Friday May 28, 2023.
Volunteer Roles with College Support
| Role | Description | Commitment |
| Adulting Trainers/ Pick Your Brain |
Lead a workshop around successful adulting or a specialized topic. Ex: personal finance, college nutrition, mental health, taxes, credit cards and debt, etc. |
• Trainings can be one-time or a series, 1 to 2 hours in length.
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| Igraduate coach | Igraduate coaches are expected to check in, encourage, and help their students navigate the community college system. |
• Mandatory 4-hour training before beginning with Stars’ partner Ascending Lights. • Minimum of 3 meetings per semester, about 2 hours per month. • Bi-monthly Coffee & Chat with staff and volunteers. • Two-year commitment is preferred. This position can be online. |
