Supporting Parenthood and Education
Student Affairs is committed to the academic and personal success of all students including those who are pregnant and parenting. We have various support services and programs designed to help parenting students succeed and thrive at Stanislaus State.
Did you know, student parents have priority registration?
Food and Basic Needs
Assistance is available to connect you with nutritious food, meals and sustenance.
Provides support services ranging from emergency crisis support, housing insecurity and food assistance to enrolled students.
Care Coordinators are available to assist you in applying to the CalFresh food benefit program.
Helps eligible low-income families cover basic expenses such as housing, food and utilities through monthly cash aid.
Supplemental food boxes are available twice a month. View upcoming food distribution dates.
Provides free essentials including food and toiletries to enrolled students.
Financial Resources
Emergency grants and additional assistance is available to assist students experiencing difficult times.
Students experiencing a personal crisis or qualifying emergency situation may be eligible for assistance.
Offers financial aid that does not require repayment, including extra funds for foster youth and students with dependents to help with living and academic expenses.
Financial Aid & Scholarship Office
Administers financial aid programs and University scholarship funds to help students meet their educational expenses.
California Earned Income Tax Credit and Young Child Tax Credit
Are you low income and actively working? Do you also care for a child under 6? Check to see if you qualify for these tax credits.
Enables students to request a Cost of Attendance adjustment that may qualify them for more grants, loans, work-study, or scholarships. To request an adjustment, reach out to the financial aid office, Request a COA Adjustment.
Helps student parents receive additional financial aid by counting childcare and dependent care costs in their Cost of Attendance.
Pregnant Students and Child Care
If you are a pregnant or parenting student, you have the right to stay in school so that you can meet your education and career goals.
Title IX Guidance for Pregnant Students
You have rights while studying at Stanislaus State.
Lactation Rooms and All Gender Restrooms
View lactation rooms and all gender restrooms across campus.
Stanislaus State's Child Development Center
Provides early education services to young children of faculty, staff, students and community families.
Maternal Child Adolescent Program (MCAH)
The Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program in Stanislaus County provides vital support for mothers. This program offers a variety of services aimed at improving the health and well-being of families within the community.
Well-being
We encourage you to take advantage of these valuable resources during your time at Stanislaus State.
Provides basic medical care to enrolled students. Low cost children’s medication is available at the pharmacy!
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counselors are ready to hear you and determine the best method of support to meet your unique circumstances.
Enrolled students can enjoy a great workout at the Student Recreation Complex.
Health Education and Promotion
HEP provides general education on a range of topics including general health, mental health, sexual health and more!
Public Benefits and Other Resources
California Child Care Resources & Referral Network
Connects families with licensed child care providers and guidance to find safe, quality care across California.
Provides free early childhood education, childcare and family support services for children from birth to age five.
Offers child care funding for low-income households to support parental employment, education or training opportunities.
Provides financial support and early learning services to help families access child care for children from birth to age 12.
California State Preschool Program
Helps income-eligible families access quality early education through the California State Preschool Program.
California Chafee Grant for Foster Youth
Provides up to $5,000 annually to support current and former foster youth in covering college and living expenses.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
Supports individuals in building skills and accessing employment opportunities through training, coaching, and job placement services.
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
Provides monthly financial assistance to help low-income households secure safe and affordable housing.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Provides financial and in-home support to manage energy costs and improve home efficiency for eligible households.
Supplemental Security Income / State Supplementary Payment (SSI/SSP)
This program provides monthly financial assistance to low-income individuals who are blind, disabled, or 65 years of age or older.
Provides free or low-cost health coverage to help eligible individuals and families access essential medical care.
Offers affordable health insurance options with financial assistance to help individuals and families access essential medical care.
Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Supports low- and moderate-income households by providing a refundable tax credit based on earned income and family size.
California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC)
Helps eligible Californians reduce state taxes or receive a refund to support essential household expenses.
Provides a refundable tax credit for eligible families, increasing refunds to help cover household expenses for each qualifying child.
Supports families raising children under six by boosting refunds or lowering taxes through the YCTC.
Supports foster youth with extra financial relief by providing a refundable state tax credit for eligible individuals.
Federal Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (CDCTC)
Provides a tax credit to help working parents offset the costs of child or dependent care while earning income or attending school.
American Opportunity Tax Credit
Offers financial relief for education expenses by providing a refundable federal tax credit for tuition and required supplies.
Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC)
Offers financial relief for tuition and school-related expenses by providing a refundable federal education tax credit.
Free Tax Filing Services (VITA)
Provides free tax preparation services for eligible individuals and families, helping ensure accurate filing and access to all eligible credits.
Supplemental Food
Additional Resources
Updated: December 12, 2025