College Reach-Out Program

Services

The College Reach Out Program (CROP) at the 麻豆视频 (USF) offers a comprehensive range of services designed to support the academic and personal development of students from low-income and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. Below is an overview of the key programs and initiatives offered through CROP:

ACADEMIC SERVICES OFFERED

  • Weekend Tutorial Classes
  • Leadership Development
  • Career/Personal Counseling
  • Involvement of Family/Parents
  • Educational/Cultural Field Trips
  • On-Campus University Living
  • Parent Engagement Sessions

Saturday Program Class Schedule: Click Here

CROP Spring 2025

ACADEMIC SERVICES OFFERED

  • Four week program held on university campus
  • Classes held Monday-Thursday
  • Participants include current 6th-12th graders
  • Limited number of participants selected for one-week residential experience

SUMMER RESIDENTIAL 2025
To Be Announced

SUMMER ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT 2025 
To Be Announced

AFTER SCHOOL ONLINE TUTORING -  EVERY TUESDAY FROM 5:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. VIA ZOOM. PLEASE CLICK ON THE PLUS SIGN FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO ACCESS ZOOM! 

VIEW THE DETAILS ON HOW TO ACCESS ONLINE TUTORING ACCESS!

Instructions for Accessing Tuesday Tutoring via Zoom

Need a little extra help with your core classes? We鈥檝e got you covered! Join us every Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for an awesome study session. Here鈥檚 why you don鈥檛 want to miss out:

鉁� Get Help Your Way: Math, Science, English, whatever you need鈥攈op into a breakout room and get personalized support from our friendly tutors!

馃摎 It鈥檚 Super Easy: Just click the Zoom link, pick your subject, and you're ready to roll!

鈴� Quick & Fun: You only need to attend for one hour per semester! Why not make it count with us?

馃敟 Cool Bonus: You鈥檙e not just studying鈥攜ou鈥檙e leveling up your skills!

1. Sign In Google Forms:
2. Click on the Zoom link: Join Tutoring

Need Help? Contact Ms. Blaustein at blaustein@usf.edu or 813-787-0083 for any questions.

Reminder: Each student is required to attend a minimum of one hour of tutoring per semester.

We look forward to seeing you!

STUDENT FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS
FASFA
Florida Bright Futures 
First Generation Matching Grant 
Florida Student Assistances Grant 
Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship 
Jose Marti Scholarship Challenge Grant 
Scholarships.com 
Scholly by Sallie 
FastWeb
BigFuture 
RaiseMe

The year 2024 offers a plethora of opportunities for students seeking financial aid for their higher education. Here are some of the top special needs scholarships for high school seniors to consider:

  • This prestigious scholarship covers the full cost of attendance for students with significant financial need. It also includes leadership development programs, mentoring, and academic support.
  • Open to all high school seniors, this program awards scholarships based on academic excellence, leadership, and community service. A significant number of recipients are from minority backgrounds.

  • The United Negro College Fund offers numerous scholarships for African American students. These scholarships range from need-based awards to merit-based scholarships.

  • : HSF provides scholarships to Latino students based on academic achievement, financial need, and community service. It also offers resources like college preparation programs and career development opportunities.

  • APIASF offers scholarships to Asian and Pacific Islander American students, focusing on those who demonstrate financial need and a commitment to community service.

  • This scholarship is awarded to minority high school seniors who demonstrate leadership potential, academic excellence, and a commitment to community service. It also includes mentorship and networking opportunities.

  • : The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) provides scholarships to students pursuing STEM degrees at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and connects these students to internships, leadership development, and mentoring opportunities at participating companies.

  • Established in 1987, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is the nation鈥檚 largest organization dedicated to supporting historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), predominantly Black institutions (PBIs), and historically Black community colleges (HBCCs). Representing 80% of all HBCU students, TMCF provides scholarships, capacity building, research initiatives, innovative programs, and strategic partnerships. It serves as a critical resource from Kindergarten through higher education and connects top employers with talented students for internships and jobs.

    These scholarships are designed to support minority students in their educational pursuits, making higher education more accessible and affordable. By applying to these programs, students can significantly reduce their financial burden and focus on achieving their academic and career goals.