FAQ’s | Cal-SOAP (California Student Opportunity & Access Program)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cal-SOAP?

Cal-SOAP stands for the California Student Opportunity and Access Program. It is a college access and readiness program meant to improve the flow of information about postsecondary education and financial aid while raising the achievement levels. Cal-SOAP serves ANY student in the Inland Empire area, but focuses on 1st-generation, college-bound, and low-income students. Services include advising, tutoring, parent outreach, and college awareness workshops.

How is Cal-SOAP funded?

Cal-SOAP is funded through the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) as part of their outreach services.

Who does the Cal-SOAP, San Bernardino Consortium serve?

Cal-SOAP Services are focused towards 7th to 12th grade, 1st-generation, low-income, college-bound students in the Inland Empire (through CSU San Bernardino). The K-12 Districts, Higher Ed partners, and Community Based/ Non-Profit Organizations that provide Cal-SOAP services to the students within the Inland Empire can be found on the Consortium Members page.

How does Cal-SOAP help students go to college?

Cal-SOAP San Bernardino County, is partnered with schools, districts and partners to develop a sustainable infrastructure of academic, advisement and outreach activities, designed to reflect the diversity of students in the Inland Empire.

Are Cal-SOAP services year-round?

Yes, we offer services throughout the school year and in the summer.

How does Cal-SOAP hire tutors?

Cal-SOAP hires current, qualified college students to work as Student Success Coaches. To know more about the qualifications for the Student Success Coach position, visit Join Our Team page.

Are there other Cal-SOAP programs?

Today, Cal-SOAP projects operate in fifteen locations throughout the state by consortia of secondary and postsecondary schools and community agencies.

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