Program Description
In 1972, St. Edward's University,
a small Catholic college, responded to the higher educational
needs of migrant students by developing and hosting one
the nation's first College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP).
Established as a freshman level scholarship
program, CAMP is designed to offer an educational opportunity
to the sons and daughters of migrant and seasonal farmworkers.
Funded by the U.S. Department of Education
and St. Edward's University, CAMP has assisted more than
2,100 students since 1972. Thirty-five students are chosen to
participate in the program each year.
During the first
year, the average CAMP participant receives financial assistance
totaling $25,000 (based on 2005 - 2006 academic year) to
cover the following:
- Tuition
- Books and supplies
- Room and board
- Transportation
- Health insurance
- A modest monthly
stipend
In addition, the program also delivers
support services to satisfy the educational and personal
needs of each participant. While enrolled as full-time students,
all CAMP participants:
- Attend a week-long orientation
program.
- Attend a minimum of three tutoring
sessions per week.
- Attend weekly personal and career
counseling sessions.
- Meet biweekly with an academic
counselor.
- Receive health care services.
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