NEXT UP (formally known as CAFYES) is an educational support assistance program under the umbrella of EOPS, for eligible current or former foster youth. (ALL NEXT UP students are EOPS students).

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Qualify for the NEXT UP Program

To qualify to be a NEXT UP student you must meet the following criteria:

  • Was in foster care on or after your 13th birthday in any state
  • Enrolled in at least 1 unit with the intent to enroll in 9 units through an EdPlan
  • Are 25 years of age or younger at the time you apply for EOPS/NextUp
  • Your FAFSA and primary college both list Oxnard College

How Do I Apply?

  1. If you have not done so, please meet with Fidelia Flores in Financial Aid to verify your status
  2. Submit an EOPS/CARE/NextUp Application
  3. If Fidelia cannot verify your status you will need to submit a letter of verification of foster youth status. Please contact us directly if you require assistance with this.

SERVICES for NextUp Eligible Students

One on One Counseling

Assistance with Class Selection

Assistance with College Forms

Early Registration

Grants (Free Money for College)

Book Vouchers

Grocery Vouchers

Cafeteria Meal Coupons

Childcare at the OC Child Development Center

Student Computer Lab

Survival Kit: School Supplies

& more!