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College Assistance Migrant Program

The College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) at Texas State Technical College (TSTC) in Harlingen is a federally funded program designed to meet the needs of students with migrant and seasonal farm work backgrounds. CAMP offers eligible students pre-college transition and first-year support services to help develop the skills necessary to succeed in college. CAMP collaborates with TSTC faculty, student services, outreach programs and community-based agencies to improve educational and career opportunities for all CAMP-eligible students.

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Program Eligibility

To qualify for CAMP, you must:

Meet TSTC college admission requirements
Enroll in an associate degree program
Be a U.S. citizen/permanent resident
Be eligible for a Pell Grant
Have freshman status/be enrolled full time

You or an immediate family member must have worked within the last 24 months for at least 75 days as a migrant or seasonal farmworker or you had participation in and eligibility for the Title 1C Migrant Education Program.

Qualification (Documentation):

Submit a CAMP Application
Submit two letters of recommendation
Submit a Certificate of Eligibility (COE)

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Registration & Services

You can schedule one test at a time to make sure you feel prepared every time. Testing is available at our Harlingen and Waco locations. Barriers and strategic protocols ensure student safety.

CAMP Registration

College Assistance Migrant Program Applications are available through the CAMP office. Persons interested in applying for CAMP may contact the CAMP office at 956-364-4033.

Services

CAMP is designed to serve first-year college students who come from migrant/seasonal farmworker backgrounds. Through intensive academic services, personal guidance and financial assistance, CAMP helps students transition from high school to college and develop the skills necessary to succeed at TSTC.

Tutoring and academic skill-building instruction and assistance
- Assist with personalized tutoring schedules
- Individual or group college-life sessions
- Skill building trainings
Cultural enrichment
- Exposure to cultural events, academic programs, and other activities not usually available to migrant students.
Career planning
Academic advising
Financial assistance that includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Stipends
- Scholarships
- Books and supplies
- Tuition and fees
- Housing (Dorms)
Support services
- Other essential supportive services as necessary to ensure the success of eligible students.