Welcome to the Lobo Center (College & Career Center)

Rancho Dominguez Preparatory School offers its high school students the opportunity to take one college course on campus through our partnership with Los Angeles Harbor College.

 

Students who take and complete college courses while in high school become more competitive college applicants, save money, and graduate earlier from college.

 

SPRING 2025 ON-SITE COURSE OFFERING: Sociology 2 - American Social Problems. Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM. February 10th - June 10th, 2025, in the RDPS library. ENROLLMENT FOR THIS COURSE IS CLOSED. Enrollment for the fall semester course AND summer courses will open in late March.

 

Students also have the option of taking college courses (including online courses) not offered on the RDPS campus. Students interested in this option are responsible for book costs, manually registering for their selected courses, and dropping courses to prevent a Fail grade on their college record. Some courses do offer either a low or no cost book for the course. Contact the Lobo Center for more information.

Need a work permit? A job offer is required to begin the Work Permit Application process. Once you have received a job offer, visit the Lobo Center to obtain the Statement of Intent to Employ form. This form must be completed by student, parent, and employer.

Eligibility for a Work Permit:

• Minimum 2.0 GPA with No Fs nor Us in any course is required on the most recent report card
• No less than an 95% attendance/tardy record in every class
• Attendance and tardies are reviewed regularly for work permitted students
• Behavior referrals are also reviewed

Interested in obtaining technical training? Harbor Occupational Center offers high school students opportunities to enroll in their programs which include welding, auto mechanics, and more. Visit the Lobo Center for up to date information on program enrollment.

 

Enrolled students are provided free transportation to and from RDPS.

Gilbert Viveros (College/Career Counselor)

Lourdes Parra (UCLA DCAC/EAOP)

Katelynn Morales (CSULB Educational Talent Search)

 

Lobo Center Phone Number: 310.847.6419

The Lobo Center has established partnerships with the following organizations, of which students can/should apply. These partners are educational and provide additional guidance toward post-secondary education.

PAST SCHOLARSHIPS:

• Chico State University Wildcat Scholarship: For seniors considering attending Chico State University in the fall. Open to seniors who applied and were accepted to Chico State. CLICK HERE to log in using your Chico State login and apply. DEADLINE: FEB. 14TH, 2025.

• Ross Stores Foundation Scholarship Program: Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be a high school senior, be an active member in good standing with a Ross Power Hour Boys & Girls Club (@RDPS) Site for at least one year during high school (grades 9-12), have a minimum 2.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale), plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college or vocational-technical school, have the recommendation of the Club or Unit Director. Up to twenty (20) awards of $3,750 each will be granted. Click here for application. DUE FEBRUARY 17TH

• Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarship: Awards of $500-$5,000. Minimum 3.0 GPA required & be US Citizen, permanent resident, or DACA. CLICK HERE to apply. DEADLINE EXTENDED: FEBRUARY 20TH
• • CSUDH Presidential Scholarship: This opportunity is only open to 12th graders, have a 3.5 Cal State GPA, and have applied and been accepted to CSUDH. Click here for application and more information. DEADLINE: MARCH 1ST. Benefits include:
    
    • Full in-state fees for up to four years of study for first-year students and up to two years for transfer students
    • Annual book allowance and parking permit (fall and spring semesters)
    • Laptop computer and software
    • $500 annual University Housing discount
    • Recognition at commencement as a Presidential Scholar
    • Spring recognition reception with President Parham
    • Lunch with President Parham during the fall and spring semesters
    • Priority registration
    • Academic Success Coach

  • $2,000 Scholarship For Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) LAUSD seniors: Click here for the application. Teachers are to click here to submit a recommendation. For Scholarship questions, please email either Jane Lee [email protected] or Chatty Richier [email protected] For technical difficulties, email Elijah Whang [email protected]. DEADLINE: MARCH 7TH.

  • $2,000 Council of Mexican-American Administrators Scholarship: LAUSD Graduating High School Seniors are invited to apply for the CMAA High School Senior Scholarship. The CMAA Scholarship awards $2,000 to deserving students who demonstrate higher education aspirations, through a competitive application process.
    • QUALIFICATIONS
      a. Hispanic descent, at least one parent.
      b. June 2025 graduate of a secondary school in LAUSD.
      c. Fall 2025 enrollment in a four-year college or university, no exception.
      d. 3.50 LAUSD grade point average, minimum, on a 4.0 scale.
        Click here for application. DEADLINE MARCH 14 @ 5 PM.
  • Point Foundation's BIPOC Scholarship: To qualify, applicants must identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC) and LGBTQ. Be enrolled or intend to enroll in one of the following types of programs: an associate degree, a bachelor's degree, a master's or doctoral degree, or a medical, law, or other professional degree. Must be “out” as a person who identifies as a member of the LGBTQ community. Click here for more information and to apply. DEADLINE: MARCH 15TH, 5 PM.
  • $1,000 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Mu Sigma Lamda Chapter Scholarship: For African-American males with the following criteria: graduation from a Southern California high school with at least a 3.0 GPA, enrolling into a four-year institution for the fall of 2025 (providing proof of enrollment, if selected). Children of Alpha Phi Alpha members are ineligible to apply. Click here for application and more information. DEADLINE: MARCH 20TH.
  • The Cameron Impact Scholarship: A four-year, full-tuition, impact-driven undergraduate scholarship awarded annually to 15 exceptional high school students in 11th grade who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, and academics. APPLY EARLY!!! Only the first 3,000 complete applications are accepted. DEADLINE: FEB. 28TH.
  • Horatio Alger Scholarships: The Horatio Alger Association supports deserving young people who are overcoming significant challenges and are committed to pursuing higher education. Scholarships of up to $25,000. Must be a junior to apply. DEADLINE: MARCH 1ST.
  • CGCS - $5,000 Bernard Harris STEM Scholarship: Four scholarships of $5,000 each awarded to two African-American and two Hispanic students on behalf of former NASA astronaut, physician, and businessman, Dr. Bernard Harris. Qualified applicants must be 12th graders, accepted to a four-year college/university and pursuing a degree in STEM, and a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher. NO CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT. Click here for more information and application. DEADLINE: MARCH 31ST.
  • Jerry Morris and Summer Houston Scholarships: Up to $2,000. The Union Pacific Railroad Black Employee Network Jerry Morris and Summer Houston Scholarships are provided to assist African American students in defraying the cost of higher education. Students are awarded scholarships of up to $2000 and recipients are chosen on the basis of scholastic ability and leadership. Personal or family financial situations can be a factor in consideration of eligibility and in awarding the scholarship. Current Union Pacific employees and their dependents are ineligible for this scholarship. Click here for application and more information. DEADLINE: MARCH 31ST.

• Fim2Future Intensive Film Program: Spring through summer program for students interested in a career in Hollywood and film! Program is free, technology and transportation provided. There are two programs that students may apply for – one focused on animation and one focused on music video production. DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 16TH, 2025.
• FEBRUARY DEADLINES:
  • California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA): Programs in the following disciplines: Animation, Dance, Film, Music, Visual Arts, Theater, & Writing. Takes place at the California Institute for the Arts (Cal Arts, founded by Walt Disney), located in Valencia, CA, home to Magic Mountain. Financial aid is available UP TO FULL COST OF PROGRAM, but you must apply to both the school and financial aid by the deadline. Open to all high school grades. DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 28TH, 6 PM.
   
  MARCH DEADLINES:
  • Scripps College Academy Program: For young women in grades 10 and 11. An intensive, multi-year, college access and completion program for high- achieving young women with limited resources who seek to become the first generation in their families to attend college. All expenses paid program to live on the Scripps College campus in Claremont, CA for this and next summer for two weeks. Must be low-income or qualify for free/reduced lunch, and first generation (not family member) to attend college. DEADLINE: MARCH 3RD. 
  • Turner-UCLA Allied Health Internship: Summer high school internship at UCLA to explore entry-level allied health careers that do not require a traditional four-year degree or medical degree. DEADLINE MARCH 7TH @ 4:59 PM.
  • Junior Scholars Program @ Reed College (Virtual): Junior Scholars is an in-depth virtual program designed to introduce high-achieving high school juniors to the college search, help them produce a competitive admission application, and answer the unique questions posed by underrepresented students and students of color. All students are welcome to apply. Students will get guidance on the college search and application process, form lasting connections, and learn about life at Reed. Connect with Milyon Trulove, Vice President and Dean of Admission & Financial Aid. Participate in interactive workshops led by admission counselors who will help students understand application basics and brainstorm essay topics. Attend a workshop led by a financial aid counselor who will demystify the financial aid process. Hear from our professors at a special Q&A event featuring faculty from multiple disciplines. Meet current Reedies and learn about how Reed supports students from diverse backgrounds. DEADLINE: MARCH 10TH.
  • Questbridge College Prep Scholars Program: College Prep Scholars for high-achieving, low-income juniors can receive awards and opportunities that will give them a head start in applying to top colleges, including:
    

    • ☀️ A full scholarship to a college summer program at Emory, UChicago, Yale, and more. Valued at up to $20,000, the scholarship covers travel, tuition, housing, and food

    • 🏅 Quest for Excellence Awards, valued at $1,000, for a new laptop or other resources to help students enhance their college applications.

    • 🏫 An invitation to a QuestBridge National College Admissions Conference featuring a college fair so students can explore schools that may be a good fit for them.

    • 🤝 Personalized support with college essays, test prep, applying to college, or completing financial aid forms.
      🎉 ...and more! DEADLINE: MARCH 20TH.

  • Expanding Horizons Institute Internship: For grades 10 and 11. Intensive skill development and personal growth experiences to first-generation, college-bound high school students. Our unique approach, which includes interactive seminars and paid summer internship, is designed to prepare students for the challenges of college, exposure to careers, and the responsibilities of civic life. DEADLINE MARCH 21ST.
  • The Social Impact Fellowship: a three-month program for rising low-income sophomore and juniors to find mentors, grow their confidence, and give back. Students build lifelong confidence and network through structured mentorship and project-based learning. Our alums have gone on to win scholarships and attend top universities like Stanford. The most impactful project will receive the $1,000 Growth Mindset Scholarship. Must be a 9th or 10th grader, Identify as low-income, & be available over Zoom from June-August 2025. DEADLINE: MARCH 30TH.
  • Charles Drew University Pathways to Health Careers Academy: PHA is a YEAR-LONG program for grades 11 and 12 who are interested in improving community health through healthcare professions. Includes free college-level courses, tutoring and mentorship, skill development, college readiness, SAT prep, PAID INTERNSHIP, networking and events, and a stipend award. Program is from July 7th, 2025 - May 31, 2026, both in-person and online. GPA between 2.0 and 3.5, including those who are underperforming or at risk academically. DEADLINE: MARCH 31ST.
  • Youth Mental Health Academy: For grades 11 and 12 interested in careers in mental health. 14 month program, including a $2,000 stipend followed by a paid internship, mentorship, project-based learning, and student support. DEADLINE MARCH 31ST
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