College Assistance Migrant Program
The College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) is a scholarship program whose mission is to serve, educate, and empower farm workers. Funded by the Office of Migrant Education, CAMP is designed to meet the academic, financial and social needs of migrant and seasonal farm workers and their children pursuing higher education. CAMP’s vision is to improve the quality of life for farm workers through education.
CAMP program provides its most intensive assistance during the first year of college; however, support is available throughout participants’ college experience.
Eligibility
- Employment in a migrant or seasonal farm for at least 75 days within the past 24 months is required for either the student or their parents.
- Students must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Students must not have more than 30 credit hours by the time of application.
- Students must be a U.S. citizen or legal residency.
- Students must be admitted or enrolled at Colorado State University Pueblo.
Support for CAMP Students
Academic Support
- Enrollment assistance
- Academic advising
- Career orientation
- Degree planning
- Tutoring services
- Weekly student meetings
- Connections to academic resources
- Study abroad opportunities
Financial Support
- Assistance with part of the tuition and fees
- Assistance with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Help with finding and applying for scholarships
Social Support
- Annual CAMP student leadership conference
- Cultural and social events
- Leadership development opportunities
