Student Equity
Equity Matters at Taft College
Taft College is committed to creating a level playing field in every classroom and the workforce. That’s why we provide extensive services and resources to all students we serve, covering career technical education, transfer programs, foundational programs, student support services, and more.
Taft College will always provide an equitable learning environment where every student feels seen, supported, and set up for success.
Everyone Succeeds at Taft College
- Financial Aid
Apply for financial aid. Help is available for students with financial need, including scholarships, grants, and work study.
- CalWORKS
California Work Opportunities and Responsibility to Kids provides work study and other assistance for eligible students receiving cash aid.
- Cougar Support Center
The Cougar Support Center is here to support students in need of additional assistance with meals, housing, and clothing. This is a safe space for students to receive the essential resources to satisfy their everyday basic needs.
- Career Center
Want help identifying your career path? Get support with your job search, major exploration, and more.
- Counseling Center
Get help staying on track with your academic goals. Speak with an academic counselor and complete a comprehensive education plan to help facilitate your success.
- Disabled Student Programs and Services
Disability Support Programs and Services provides support services and accommodations for students with disabilities.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Taft College is a resource for community members, educators, and students to help promote further engagement, learning, and awareness around DEI.
- Health and Wellness Counseling
Seek help or refer a friend or student in need. Take advantage of free and confidential personal counseling, as well as mental health, wellness, and crisis resources.
- EOPS/CARE
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services offers over and above support services. CARE assists EOPS-qualified single-parent students receiving TANF/CalWORKS benefits (cash aid).
- High Tech Center
Students with disabilities may access alternate formats of textbooks or materials and assistive technology software and tools.
- Learning Center
Need a tutor? Access learning assistance and academic support to help you succeed.
- Probation/MAPP
Struggling academically? Monitored Academic and Progress Probation will help guide you to the right track.
- Student Employment
Search and apply for employment opportunities on and off-campus.
- Transfer Center
Prepare and successfully transfer to a college or university of your choice with transfer application assistance.
- Veteran Services
Taft College is at your service. Apply for VA benefits, request certification of enrollment, and more.