{"id":14830,"date":"2025-02-21T10:51:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-21T18:51:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/news\/?p=14830"},"modified":"2025-02-21T10:51:14","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T18:51:14","slug":"ulv-erusd-partnership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/news\/2025\/02\/21\/ulv-erusd-partnership\/","title":{"rendered":"ULV Partners With LA School District to Expand College Access"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The University of La&nbsp;Verne and El Rancho Unified School District (ERUSD) are proud to announce a new partnership to expand college access and career advancement opportunities for district students and employees.<\/p>\n<p>The collaboration, celebrated at an agreement signing event at El Rancho High School in Pico Rivera, guarantees admission to the University of La&nbsp;Verne and a minimum scholarship of $19,000 per academic year for ERUSD students. The agreement also includes waived application fees, dedicated counseling, and college readiness programs to help students meet admission requirements.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis partnership enables families within the El Rancho Unified School District academic service area to access a local, high-quality private education,\u201d said Risa Dickson, president of the University of La&nbsp;Verne. \u201cWe are removing barriers through student scholarships and a streamlined admissions process, creating new opportunities for college success.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Support for Students and Families<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The initiative includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guaranteed Admission &amp; Financial Support:<\/strong> ERUSD students meeting University of La&nbsp;Verne admission criteria will receive guaranteed acceptance and financial assistance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Streamlined Admissions &amp; College Prep:<\/strong> Students will have access to waived application fees, counseling, and academic programs to support college readiness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>On-the-Spot Admissions &amp; Financial Aid Workshops:<\/strong> University of La&nbsp;Verne will offer admissions events and bilingual financial aid workshops for ERUSD families.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employee Tuition Discounts:<\/strong> ERUSD employees, including full-time and permanent part-time staff, along with their spouses and registered domestic partners, will receive tuition discounts for programs at the University of La&nbsp;Verne.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>ERUSD Superintendent Marco Villegas said the district, which encompasses 14 schools and academies, is committed to preparing students for their next steps beyond high school.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur district is dedicated to equipping students for success,\u201d Villegas said. \u201cCollaborating with the University of La&nbsp;Verne broadens opportunities for our students to fulfill their educational and career goals.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Among those celebrating the partnership was Stephanie Amaya, an El Rancho High School alumna and current University of La&nbsp;Verne junior majoring in public relations. She was excited to return to her alma mater and said she hopes the partnership will encourage more students to explore higher education opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This collaboration between El Rancho and ULV will give students opportunities to experience the greatness in academia of both institutions,&#8221; said Amaya, who took advantage of dual enrollment programs in high school to get ahead in her university studies.<\/p>\n<p>Villegas encouraged students to set high goals for themselves, saying, \u201cDream big, work hard, and know we\u2019re here with you every step of the way.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>After the celebration, students eagerly participated in on-the-spot admissions, bringing their transcripts in hopes of securing a place at ULV. The energy and enthusiasm in the room reflected the impact of this new initiative.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis is more than an agreement; it\u2019s a commitment to students and families,\u201d Dickson said. \u201cBy working together, we are opening doors and creating opportunities that will impact generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In addition to student-focused initiatives, the agreement also provides professional development and educational opportunities for ERUSD employees through discounted tuition for certificate and degree programs.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/admission\/\">laverne.edu\/admission<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The University of La&nbsp;Verne announced a new partnership with El Rancho Unified School District aimed at expanding college access and career advancement opportunities for district students and 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