The path you select for your educational journey may lead to a vocational or technical program, a community college or a university. Arizona has educational programs to prepare you for most every profession you choose. Come explore the many choices and opportunities available to you.
Some universities have services for students from foster care. Talk to a counselor to learn more.
Arizona State University – Map It!
Bridging Success Foster Care Program at ASU
Northern Arizona University – Map It!
University of Arizona – Map It!
Arizona State University – Map It!
Bridging Success Foster Care Program at ASU
Northern Arizona University – Map It!
University of Arizona – Map It!
Some colleges have services for students from foster care. Ask a counselor what’s available!
Maricopa Community College District – Map It!
Bridging Success Foster Care Program at MCCCD
Arizona Western College (Yuma/La Paz Community College) – Map It!
Central Arizona College (Pinal Community College) – Map It!
Cochise College – Map It!
Coconino Community College – Map It!
East Valley Institute of Technology (Adult Programs)
Eastern Arizona College (Graham Community College) – Map It!
Mohave Community College – Map It!
Northland Pioneer College (Navajo Community College) – Map It!
Pima Community College – Map It!
Yavapai College – Map It!
Maricopa Community College District – Map It!
Bridging Success Foster Care Program at MCCCD
Arizona Western College (Yuma/La Paz Community College) – Map It!
Central Arizona College (Pinal Community College) – Map It!
Cochise College – Map It!
Coconino Community College – Map It!
East Valley Institute of Technology (Adult Programs)
Eastern Arizona College (Graham Community College) – Map It!
Mohave Community College – Map It!
Northland Pioneer College (Navajo Community College) – Map It!
Pima Community College – Map It!
Yavapai College – Map It!
College Depot offers free, comprehensive college planning services at the Burton Barr Central Library in downtown Phoenix. Their team of college planning advisors and assistants can meet with you in person. College Depot also offers workshops on college admission, financial aid and scholarships. See hours online or call (602) 261-8847.
College Success Arizona
Education and Training Voucher (ETV)
Arizona Tuition Waiver (ATW)
Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation Scholarship (AFFC)
Armstrong Family Foundation Scholarship (ASU) Doran Community Scholarship (ASU)
Blavin Scholarship (NAU)
College Depot
Friendly House
John S. Brewer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Nina Mason Pulliam Scholarship (Maricopa Community Colleges and ASU)
Passageway Scholarship Foundation – Rite of Passage Program
Children’s Action Alliance Scholarships & Financial Aid Resources
Scholarships A-Z
A Person Centered Plan – Foster Care Youth with Developmental Disabilities
Two designated Arizona Department of Child Safety Education Specialists are here to help you! They can help you in meeting your educational needs and goals. They support DCS in helping young people graduate from high school, pass the mandatory test, and apply for postsecondary education as well as financial assistance.
Dennis Hinz, Education Specialist – Central and Northern Arizona
Call (602) 771-7070 or email Dennis at dhinz@azdcs.gov
Eva Pena, Education Specialist – Southern and Southeastern Arizona
Call (520) 884-4755 or email Eva at vmendoza@azdcs.gov