The Coyote Collective Summer Residential Program is a two-week First Year Experience
(FYE) Summer Transition program designed to support first-time college students as
they transition into Compton College. Through academic preparation, campus resource
exploration, and community-building experiences, students gain the confidence, skills,
and support needed to succeed in their first year and beyond.
This immersive summer experience gives FYE students the opportunity to explore what
it means to be both a Compton College student and a prospective transfer student at
a four-year university. By combining on-campus learning with a residential experience
at a partner university, students begin building a strong academic foundation while
envisioning their future educational goals.
What You'll Experience
As part of The Coyote Collective Summer Residential Program, students will:
- Enroll in a 1-unit Human Development (HDEV 101): Orientation to College and Educational Planning course held over 8 days
- Participate in English and Math preparation workshops led by Student Success Center Faculty Instructional Specialists, offering a low-pressure
introduction to transfer-level coursework
- Learn about and connect with campus programs and resources available at Compton College
- Participate in academic group counseling to prepare for first-semester course enrollment
- Build meaningful connections with Compton College faculty, staff, and peers
- Take part in a Residential Housing Experience at a four-year university, allowing students to live on campus with room & board,
housing, and free transportation from FYE to experience the college life, and become
connected to resources within the university!
Why Join The Coyote Collective?
The Coyote Collective Summer Residential Program is designed to help students start
college feeling prepared, supported, and confident. Through this program, students
will:
- Build academic self-efficacy and confidence in their ability to succeed
- Become familiar with Compton College programs, services, and campus culture
- Develop a strong sense of belonging and community
- Gain institutional knowledge before their first semester begins
- Learn what it means to be a Compton College student and a future transfer student
- Program Components
- 1-unit HDEV 101 course
- English and Math Preparation workshops
- Campus presentations and resource exploration
- Academic group counseling
- Early connection with Compton College faculty and staff
- Peer-to-peer relationship building
- Residential Housing experience at a four-year university
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- Program Layout
Week 1: Compton College (Monday - Thursday)
- HDEV 101 course sessions
- English and Math success workshops
- Campus presentations and activities
Week 2: Four-Year University (Sunday - Friday)
- Continued HDEV 101 course sessions
- Academic group counseling
- On-campus living experience (room, board, and dining included)
- Activities with university departments
- Engagement with FYE staff and team
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- Program Dates
Orientation Dates:
- Wednesday, May 20 – FYE Orientation & Coyote Collective Overview
- Wednesday, August 19 – FYE Orientation (during New Student Welcome Day)
Summer Transition Program:
- Session 1: July 6 - 17, 2026
- Session 2: July 20 - 31, 2026
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- How to Join
To participate in The Coyote Collective Summer Residential Program, students must:
- Meet all FYE program eligibility requirements
- Apply to and be accepted into the First Year Experience (FYE) Program
- Commit to attendance requirements for the summer program
- Complete The Coyote Collective Summer Residential Application (sent separately after completing the FYE application)
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- Important Information
Regarding FYE Orientation
- Students must attend FYE Orientation to be eligible for both The Coyote Collective
Summer Resdiential Program and an active FYE student
- Students who apply after the Priority Deadline will attend New Student Welcome Day
(NSWD), where the FYE Orientation will be held.
- Students who do not attend the first FYE Orientation on May 20, 2026 will be unable
to participate in The Coyote Collective Summer Residential Program and will be required
to attend New Student Welcome Day (NSWD) on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
- Students who are unable to attend the Coyote Collective Residential Program should
notify Alexis Linares-Sierra, Program Manager - First Year Experience, to receive next steps and additional support. In this case, attendance at New Student
Welcome Day (NSWD) will be required as an alternative.
Regarding the Summer Residential Program
- Students participating in The Coyote Collective Summer Residential Program will be
living on-campus at the selected four-year university under the 24/7 supervision of
FYE staff and faculty that will be there for support.
- Students will be living on campus from Sunday to Friday during Week 2 of the Summer
Program which includes FREE transportation, FREE housing, and FREE dining (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- To prepare to live on campus, students will receive more information during the FYE
Orientation and Week 1 of The Coyote Collective on what to expect, including rules,
expectations, an agenda, and complete any additional forms needed.
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- Residential Living: Form Essentials Checklist
To successfully prepare living at a four-year university campus dorm for the week,
here are some recommended items to bring to have a smooth and comfortable stay:
- Official Checklist Coming Soon.....
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