California State University Monterey Bay (CSUMB) recognizes that students that have a foster youth background often have overcome more obstacles, have less support, and fewer resources than most entering students. To help meet these unique needs, the CSUMB Guardian Scholars Program was developed. A student does not have to be an EOP student to be a part of the CSUMB Guardian Scholars Program, however, we strongly encourage entering students with a foster youth background to apply to EOP as most are eligible, and they can take advantage of the unique benefits of EOP.A resource guide for Guardian Scholars participants.