Guaranteed Income Program

Guaranteed Income Program (GIP)

The Compton College Guaranteed Income Program provides eligible CARE students $500 a month for six months (three months in fall and three months in spring). As the first Guaranteed Income Program offered in the California Community College System, Compton College intends to empower the CARE student population by reducing their financial stressors and increase their autonomy in having the ability to choose their education. Funds awarded do not count against your cash aid. Student eligibility is reviewed on a first come first served basis.

Eligibility Criteria
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) with an award letter on file
- Compton College must be your primary educational institution while in the program
- Have completed the Compton College Orientation
- Have a minimum 2.0 institutional cumulative GPA
- Have an updated comprehensive educational plan on file
- Be eligible for the CARE Program
How to Apply

You don't need to apply for the program! If you're a student in the CARE Program, we will automatically review your status to see if you're eligible.

If you believe you're eligible but haven't heard from us, please reach out to our office to check on your status. Our program staff will also continuously review eligibility to fill any open spots. If you're invited to participate after the first six weeks of the semester, your orientation and payment dates might be different.
Eligibility Notification
- If you're eligible for the program, we will email you with your next steps.
- If you think you should be eligible or have questions, please contact us!

What is the Student Agreement?

The Student Agreement is a document that all participating students are required to sign. Signing this agreement indicates that you are aware of the requirements and expectations of program participation. You must abide by the agreement to stay eligible in the program. Student agreements are completed at the mandatory orientation.

How often will I receive a disbursement?

Funds will be disbursed in the fall and spring semester. Financial Aid Department disbursement dates are listed below.

Disbursement Schedule

Fall 2023:	Friday, October 20	Friday, November 17	Friday, December 8
Spring 2024:	Friday, March 22	Friday, April 26	Friday, May 24

How will I receive funds?

Funds will be issued through your Bank Mobile account.
If your Bank Mobile is set up for direct deposit to your personal bank account, it will take 2-3 business days for you to receive funds.
If you do not have direct deposit set-up through Bank Mobile it may take longer.
If you need additional support with Bank Mobile, please contact the Compton College Financial Aid Office.
Location: Student Services Building, room 170, Email: financialaid@compton.edu, Phone Number: 310-900-1600 ext. 2935, or Cranium Cafe.

How long will I receive funds?

Students are encouraged to connect with a GIP representative to review your individual status.

Do these funds count against my cash aid?

These funds are awarded by the Financial Aid Office and as such do not count against your cash aid. Please contact our office if you encounter issues with the county office.

Who do I contact for additional information?

The main contacts for the program are:

EOPS/CARE:
Libby Martinez, CARE Coordinator, lmartinez@compton.edu
Christine Aldrich, Director of EOPS/CARE/Next-Up, caldrich@compton.edu

CalWORKs/TANF/GAIN:
Kim Arauz, CalWORKs Program Specialist, karauz@compton.edu
Dr. Michelle Garcia, Director of CalWORKs/TANF/GAIN, mgarcia22@compton.edu

For general information, you can also contact our main offices:

CalWORKs: calworks@compton.edu or (310) 900-1600, x2072

EOPS/CARE: eopscare@compton.edu or (310) 900- 1600, x2912