WHAT IS FYRE?
Foster Youth Resilience in Education
The FYRE Scholars program at the University of California, Irvine strives to provide support to current and former foster youth attending UCI. This program aims to create a network that enhances the academic success and personal well-being of current and former foster youth attending UCI. We guarantee a welcoming community for individuals who have faced similar experiences. We promote transitional and educational opportunities in support of student learning and success. Thus, assisting FYRE scholars in gaining the necessary skills to become self-supporting, successful individuals who go on to transform their college experience into meaningful careers and lives.
PROGRAM GOALS
The Foster Youth Resilience in Education FYRE Scholars program at the University of California, Irvine strives to provide support to current and former foster youth attending UCI by creating a network that enhances the academic success and personal well-being of current and former foster youth. We foster a welcoming community for individuals with shared lived experiences. Through transitional and educational opportunities, we support student learning and success. Our goal is to equip FYRE scholars with the skills they need to become self-sufficient, thrive academically, and translate their college experience into meaningful careers and fulfilling lives.
Provides assistance in support of employability by providing current and/or former foster youth, first-generation college students, and students from low-income households and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds with:
- Mentorship Opportunities
- Access to Academic Programs
- Financial Aid Assistance
- Counseling/Advising
- Post-Grad Exploration and Planning
- Other Campus Support Services & Referrals
Hours & Contact Information
Monday – Thursday:
9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday:
9:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday – Sunday:
Closed
Email:
FYRE@uci.edu
Quick Links
Locate Us!
The FYRE Office and student lounge is located within the Transfer Student Center at 2100 Student Services II.