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NextUP

Resources and Community for Current and Former Foster Youth

Explore NextUP

NextUp is a supplemental component of Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) specifically for foster youth. The purpose of Next Up is to bolster, support and encourage the student success and well-being of current and former foster youth who are enrolled at Santa Monica College. By providing tools for success, students graduate, transfer, flourish and succeed at SMC and beyond.

Discover NextUP Program Navigation Guide

Learn about resources and access to NextUP services and resources via four centers highlighted below:

Connect to NextUP Student Support

NextUP offers a variety of ways to connect to student services and support.
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Contact Information

Visit Us: Student Services Center (SSC) 238
Phone: 310-434-4491
Email: fosterservices@smc.edu

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Hours of Operation

Remote Hours

Monday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

In-Person Hours

Monday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Thrive with NextUP Navigation Tools

Utilize these tools to successfully navigate NextUP services and resources.