Renaissance Scholars

Empowering Foster Youth Through Higher Education

Launched in 2002, Renaissance Scholars (RS) is a comprehensive program dedicated to support the success of current and former foster youth attending Cal Poly Pomona in both undergraduate and graduate levels. This innovative program draws its holistic service model from the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and the Casey Family Programs’ It’s My Life Framework for Youth Transitioning from Foster Care to Successful Adulthood. 

Renaissance Scholars program services include enrichment activities, workshops, mentoring, tutoring, academic advising/coaching, success seminars, access to priority registration and year-round housing, financial assistance, community building activities, and so much more.

Undergraduate students have the option to participate in the full program with specific student requirements or a drop-in option with limited access to services, referred to as RS Fostering Success Drop-in Services (FSS). Graduate students attending Cal Poly Pomona are only eligible for the RS Fostering Success Drop-in Services.  

Learn more about eligibility, benefits and how to apply! You can also download an information card with a QR code that you share with others who may be interest in connecting or learning more about our services. The card has QR codes to our website and interest form that can be scanned or clicked on.