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CSUMB College Corps Fellowship Program

The College Corps Fellowship program is a partnership between CA Volunteers and AmeriCorps to provide up to $10,000 to high financial need and first generation students in exchange for 450 hours of training and community service to increase the affordability of college while developing tangible professional and leadership skills. The College Corps Fellowship is housed in CSU Monterey Bay’s Service Learning Institute and places Fellows at local nonprofits, K-12 schools, healthcare institutions, and environmental organizations in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties.

To Apply

Currently, we are full for the 2025 - 2026 academic year. Our application remains open and only highly qualified candidates will be considered for an interview. Those who successfully complete the interview will be immediately placed on the waiting list, but a spot in this year’s program is not guaranteed. Please use the link below to apply.

2025 - 2026 College Corps Application

If you are interested for the 2026 -2027 academic year, sign up to be on our interest list and be one of the first to know when the application opens. Eligible candidates on the interest list also receive priority status and early access to the interview scheduling form!

2026 - 2027 College Corps Interest Form

What you will receive:

Professional experience working in schools and community organizations that address health, environmental stewardship, food insecurity, and K-12 education.
Meaningful connections with community leaders and stakeholders that can potentially lead to job and mentorship opportunities.
A vast network of supportive and like-minded people inside and outside the CSUMB campus. This includes College Corps staff, fellow students across California, and community members.
An opportunity to serve at a Community Host Partner and perform impactful service with guidance from staff and faculty.
Depending on your financial aid package, you could be eligible for up to $10,000 in a living allowance and an educational award.

As a CSUMB College Corps Fellow, you will:

Enroll in special CSUMB College Corps Service Learning courses in Fall 2025 and Spring 2026.
Serve at a Community Host Partner site for about 12-15 hours per week through the academic year and commit to 450 total hours of service and training between August 2025 and May 2026.
Impact the community by:
- - Learning about environmental stewardship with local nonprofits and statewide agencies.
  - Increasing access and affordability to high quality health care for all
  - Providing meals, access to shelter, and wellness activities to community members experiencing isolation, poverty, and/or houselessness.
  - Working with teachers to implement a student-centered curriculum.
  - Educating community members about the latest environmental stewardship projects and initiatives.
  - Tutoring, mentoring, and supporting students in writing, math, sciences, and physical education.
  - Providing recreational and skill-building activities to support student wellbeing.

You must be:
- - A full-time undergraduate enrolled at CSUMB for both the Fall and Spring semesters
  - Able to serve 12-15 community service hours per week and take a service learning class in both semesters
  - And meet ONE of the following eligibility requirements:
    - - Qualify for Federal Pell grant
      - Qualify for State Cal Grant or Middle-Class Scholarship
      - Need to work part-time and/or borrow student loans to meet educational costs
      - Undocumented with or without employment authorization

FAQs

Can participants serve at more than one site?

Yes! If you find two service sites you want to be a part of, you can serve at both.

How will I know if I qualify for the living stipend or educational award?

Before you decide to join the program, you will meet with a College Corps financial aid officer who will review your eligibility for the College Corps financial aid package.

What does service look like over the breaks?

That is up to you! If you want to get ahead on your hours, you are welcome to do service at your site or possibly in your hometown, so long as you are in California. Service is not required over breaks.

How will my service site be selected?

After meeting with our partners and learning about them, you will tell us your top three choices. College Corps staff will most likely place you with one of them. If not, we will work with you to find the next best fit.

What if I don’t finish my 450 hours on time?

You will not receive your educational award if you don’t finish all 450 hours. All Fellows who finish at least 300 hours are considered graduates of the program. In some circumstances, your end date can be extended with the College Corps Director’s approval to allow you time to finish your hours.

For More Information:

Stop by the College Corps office located in Building 12, room 109!

If you have any questions, please contact us at collegecorps@csumb.edu.

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