Provides financial, academic, and human support for young adults who’ve left the foster care system and are enrolled in qualified higher education programs
Ohio REACH Program
Supporting OHIO students connected to foster care, kinship care, or other forms of out-of-home placement
Ohio REACH Program
What is Ohio REACH?
Ohio REACH (Resources, Education, and Advocacy for College Hopefuls) is a statewide program through the Ohio Children’s Alliance that is dedicated to supporting foster care, kinship care, and/or out-of-home placement connected students in their journey to and through higher education. Ohio University is recognized as a REACH designee by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
We recognize that students who have lived through foster care, kinship care, or otherwise some form of out-of-home placement have unique needs and barriers to success when receiving a college education. As such, we provide navigation and support for those students to ensure their success academically, professionally, and personally while at Ohio University.
State Resources
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Ohio Children’s Alliance; Ohio REACH
Broader information on Ohio REACH from Ohio Children’s Alliance, including financial support, educational resources, and much more
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Ohio Dept. of Children & Youth: Bridges Program
A free program for adults 18-21 who used to be in foster care that helps you learn how to live on your own and become an adult.
University Resources
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Office or Financial Aid & ScholarshipsConnect with your Financial Aid Advisor for questions regarding financial aid and scholarships.
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Academic Achievement Center (AAC)The AAC assists you in achieving your academic goals by providing free in-person and online tutoring, writing assistance, and Peer Assisted Learning (PAL).
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First-Generation Student Success ProgramVarious support programs and services are available for Ohio University’s first-generation college students.
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TRIO Student Support ServicesThis program helps students who are first-generation, from low-income backgrounds, or have documented disabilities navigate college successfully and reach their full potential both during and after college.
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Basic Needs ProgramsServices that support students experiencing emergencies that may impact their overall well-being and ability to be successful.
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Get Involved!
Are you an OHIO student who has been placed in foster care, kinship care, and/or any other out-of-home placement? Let us know so we can include you in future outreach regarding the Ohio REACH program.
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Point of Contact
Cody Huebner (he/him)
Student Care & Support Manager
huebner@ohio.edu | 740.593.1800
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