Great Expectations
The Great Expectations program provides financial resources and academic support for students affiliated with the Virginia Foster Care System. The transition from high school to the working world or to college can be especially challenging for foster youth. Great Expectations provides support with navigating the college process.
What services are available through the program?
- Assistance with choosing a major
- Support throughout the financial aid process
- Financial Assistance to reduce barriers to academic success
- Referrals to college and community resources
- Monitoring of academic progress and assistance with accessing college support services
- Access to professional one-on-one tutoring in most subjects
- An assigned mentor who will provide one-on-one academic- and career-focused support
- A Great Expectations Coach to help guide students through their academic journey
- Opportunities for group activities, celebrations, workshops and college/business tours
Who is eligible for the program?
- Young adults who are Virginia residents and who are or were affiliated with a foster care system or KinGAP after age 13
- Young adults who are Virginia residents and who were adopted after the age of 13 or as a special needs adoption prior to age 13
Students must be enrolled in a minimum of six credits per semester in an eligible major to participate in the program.
“I want to make a difference in my community! My degree and the Great Expectations program allow my dedication to making a difference possible.”
Farrah Webb
human services student and Great Expectations program participant
