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Transforming Lives Through Education

Empowering Second Chances

We support the higher education and successful reintegration of the formerly incarcerated. Our mission is to empower individuals impacted by the criminal justice system to achieve academic success and personal growth.

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Our Programs & Services

Comprehensive support for every stage of the journey

Project Rebound scholars celebrate at ĢƵ graduation in caps and gowns

Hope & Redemption Scholars

A scholarship program providing financial support and academic resources to formerly incarcerated students pursuing their degrees at ĢƵ.

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Project Rebound community member sharing their story of transformation

Voices of Rebound

A speaker series amplifying the stories of formerly incarcerated individuals who have transformed their lives through education and determination.

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Dare to Dream Conference attendees gathered at the ĢƵ TITANS sign

Dare to Dream Conference

An annual conference connecting incarcerated youth with college pathways, mentorship, and the inspiration to envision a brighter future.

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Breaking Barriers. Building Futures.

Empowering formerly incarcerated students to transform their lives through higher education since 2016.

200+
Scholars Served
85%
Retention Rate
2016
Founded at ĢƵ
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Am I Eligible?

Project Rebound welcomes individuals who meet the following criteria to join our community of scholars.

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Currently Enrolled or Applying

You must be currently enrolled at ĢƵ or in the process of applying for admission to the university.

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Justice-System Impacted

You have been impacted by the criminal justice system, including formerly incarcerated individuals at any level.

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Committed to Education

You are dedicated to pursuing your academic goals and personal growth through higher education.

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Admissions Requirements

To be eligible, individuals must meet these criteria:

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Be formerly incarcerated or have prior criminal justice system involvement; on or off parole or probation

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Be living or paroling to the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area (Orange, L.A., Riverside, San Bernardino counties)

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Possess the ability and commitment to perform college-level work

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Be motivated to succeed and benefit from a college education

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Maintain satisfactory progress and complete at least 6 units each semester

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Submit an admission application

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Submit a financial aid application

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Transfer Students

For transfer students:

▸ 56-60 units of college credit
▸ College transcripts
▸ Satisfactory completion of the "Golden Four"
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Prospective Students

For first-time freshmen:

▸ High School Transcripts/GED
▸ ACT or SAT scores
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2021 California Nonprofit of the Year

2021 California Nonprofit of the Year

Recognized for our commitment to transforming lives through education.

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Stories of Transformation

Real stories, real impact — featured in national and local media

EDSOURCE

From prison to ĢƵ: campus welcome

OC REGISTER

A second chance at ĢƵ

NBC LOS ANGELES

Earning degrees with Project Rebound

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Volunteer With Project Rebound

Live With A Purpose

Project Rebound volunteer leadership team

Volunteers are at the intellectual, vocational, and professional core of Project Rebound’s mission. Perhaps you have specialized knowledge or a specific skill or vocation. We welcome talented, committed, and consistent volunteers as tutors in academic disciplines, as well as volunteers with expertise in computer/tech, A/V, writing/editing, videography, and graphic arts. Those with specializations in legal, social work, or counseling services are strongly suited to our mission. Whatever your background or level of expertise, if you feel called to serve, we hope to hear from you.

Cultivate Talent. Share Purpose.

Project Rebound believes in the cultivation and promotion of volunteer talent. We invite you to complete either the Community Volunteer Application or the Student Volunteer Application and return it to our office.

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Community Partnerships

Connect With Us

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Cal State Fullerton, through Project Rebound, is committed to the development of strong community partnerships. We partner with local, regional, and national organizations that share our mission to support the higher education of the formerly incarcerated. These partnerships give our students opportunities for mentorship, internships, legal support, reentry services, employment, and expanded academic resources.

If your organization is interested in partnering with Project Rebound, we would love to hear from you. Together we can build pathways to education, economic stability, and civic participation. Through meaningful partnerships we multiply the impact of every student served — opening doors that were once thought closed.

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Take the Next Step

Ready to begin your journey? Start here.

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Prospective Student Questionnaire

Begin your journey toward university education

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Continuing ĢƵ Student

Already at Cal State Fullerton? Connect with us

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Contact Us

Discuss eligibility or get additional information

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