For a comprehensive list of Academic Resources and Support Programs, please visit the Student Support page.
An abbreviated list of these services are listed below. If you have questions about locating these services, ask a librarian!
Special Resource Center
Students with a disability who may need accommodations in their classes, whether now
or at any point during the semester, are encouraged to contact the Special Resource
Center (SRC) for support. To schedule an appointment, visit the SRC in person at the
Student Services Building, Room 150, or call 310-900-1600, ext. 2402. For more information about the services available, please visit the Special Resource Center page.
To apply for SRC services, students may submit documentation such as, but not limited to, an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), a 504 Plan, psycho-educational reports, or a letter from a licensed physician confirming a diagnosis.
Food and Housing/Basic Needs
Any student who faces challenges securing their food or housing and believes this
may affect their performance at Compton College is urged to contact Coyote Care at
coyotecare@compton.edu or (310) 900-1600 ext. 2538 for help.
Undocumented Students
Compton College is committed to supporting the success of all students. If you identify
as undocumented, AB540, and/or a DACA student, we have many support services and staff
on hand to help. Please visit the AB 540 page for more information.Immigration Legal Services
Free immigration legal services are offered to community college students through the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA). Services offered include:- Immigration consultations
- DACA renewal
- Naturalization
- Family-based immigration
- Know-your-rights sessions
Financial Aid, Scholarships, & Pell Grants
Struggling to pay for tuition, books, or other costs associated with going to college?
If so, Compton College has financial aid, scholarships, and other financial assistance
solutions to help pay the bills so you can focus on class. For more information about how to maximize your financial aid and scholarship opportunities, please make an appointment with a financial aid counselor at 310-900-1600, ext. 2935, or visit the Financial Aid page. You may also visit the Financial Aid office in person, located in the Student Services Building, Room 170.
EOPS/CARE/NexUP
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is a program that is designed to
assist low-income and educationally disadvantaged students achieve their educational
and career goals at Compton College. EOPS encourages the enrollment, retention, graduation,
and transfer of students who are challenged by language, social, economic, and educational
disadvantages. It provides eligible students with various services. Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE) is a state-funded program designed to provide educational and career services and activities for the academically under-prepared students receiving cash aid assistance.
NextUP (Foster Youth Student Support Program) is a state funded program that offers eligible current and former foster youth support and services.
All three programs provide a variety of services, which include:
- Priority Registration
- Early Intervention
- Educational Supplies
- Transfer Support
- Graduation Support
- Textbook Voucher
- Workshops
- Transportation Support
- Meal Cards
- Academic, Career, & Personal Counseling
