SIP

EOPS Summer Institute Program (SIP) 2025

๐ŸŽฎ Level Up Your College Journey! (Limited spaces availableโ€”Apply today!)

 

SIP Students at UCLA

 

What is the Summer Institute?
The Summer Institute Program (SIP) is an 8-week program designed to help first-time college students transition successfully from high school to Grossmont College. Participants will take two college courses while engaging in social, cultural, and educational enrichment activities.
 
๐Ÿ“… Program Dates: June 16, 2025 โ€“ August 7, 2025
๐Ÿ“Œ Application Deadline: June 6, 2025 (Limited spaces availableโ€”Apply early!)

 


SIP Weekly Schedule

๐Ÿ—“ June 16 โ€“ August 7, 2025 (8 Weeks)
Monday โ€“ Wednesday
โ˜€๏ธ 9:00 AM โ€“ Check-in & Breakfast Snacks
๐Ÿ“– Ethnic Studies 107: 9:30 AM โ€“ 11:20 AM
๐Ÿฝ Lunch Break: 11:20 AM โ€“ 12:30 PM
๐Ÿ“– Counseling 120: 12:30 PM โ€“ 2:20 PM
Thursday โ€“ Study & Engagement Day
๐Ÿ“š 9:00 AM โ€“ 11:00 AM | Study Jam (Guided academic support & study time)
๐ŸŽ‰  Activities & On-/Off-Campus Events (Field trips, workshops, networking, and cultural enrichment activities)

Courses Included

ETHN 107 โ€“ Intro to Ethnic Studies (3 Units)
Explore the histories, cultures, and experiences of diverse communities in the U.S. with a focus on social justice, identity, and equity. Gain a deeper understanding of how race, class, gender, and culture shape society.
COUN 120 โ€“ College & Career Success (3 Units)
Develop essential academic and life skills to thrive in college and beyond! Topics include goal setting, study techniques, career exploration, time management, and self-advocacy to ensure a strong start in higher education.

Benefits of SIP

Summer 2025 Perks:
โœ” Personalized introduction to campus life
โœ” Dedicated counselor & instructor support
โœ” Free textbooks & materials for both courses
โœ” Free lunch every day

Fall 2025 Perks for SIP Graduates:
โœ” EOPS support (pending 25-26 eligibility)
โœ” Priority registration for Spring courses
โœ” Textbook grant

Eligibility

To participate, students must:
โœ… Be a first-time college student
โœ… Complete a Grossmont College application (Apply Here)
โœ… Meet EOPS eligibility requirements (Learn More)

Additional Student Support

๐ŸŽ“ Earn 6 transferable college units
๐ŸšŒ Transportation assistance available
๐Ÿฝ Daily meal cards provided
๐Ÿ› University visits to explore transfer opportunities
๐ŸŽ‰ Participate in fun social engagement activities
๐Ÿ’ฐ Receive a completion financial grant

How to Apply

๐Ÿ“Œ Deadline: June 6, 2025 (Limited spaces availableโ€”Apply early!)
๐Ÿ“ž Contact Us
๐Ÿ“ Phone: (619) 644-7607
โœ‰ Email: Chanika.Marsh@gcccd.edu
๐ŸŒ Website: www.grossmont.edu/eops