Think by the Bay

California State University, East Bay

25800 Carlos Bee Blvd.
Hayward, CA 94542

Think by the Bay (TBTB) is a four-year program that welcomes, supports, and includes students with intellectual disability at Cal State East Bay. Students enroll in academic courses aligned with their areas of interests, participate in targeted employment preparation and experiences, and enjoy the social experiences that are unique to campus life!

CONTACT INFO

Program Contacts:	Sara McDaniel Talya Kemper Sarah Taylor
Program Contact Email:	thinkbythebay@csueastbay.edu
Program Phone:
Program Website:	www.csueastbay.edu/cdjr/think-by-the-bay.html

GENERAL

Public or Private:	Public
Type of School:	4 Year College or University
Size of School:	Medium (5,000-15,000)
Length of Program:	4 Year
Accepts out-of-state students?	Yes
Type of Postsecondary Education Program:	Integrated/Immersive Inclusion → full participation in all aspects of campus with coordinated supports
Residential Living Component:	Yes
Walkability & Bikeability of College and Surrounding Community:	Walk Score
Public Transportation Available:	Public Transportation to/around community Campus Shuttle Bike Access
Number of Students in Program:	8
Number of Students Per Cohort:	8 - 10
When do new cohorts begin?	Fall
Types of disabilities who are/may be represented in this program, but are not limited to:	Intellectual

REQUIREMENTS

Age Requirements:	18 - 28
Is a high school diploma required?	No
Deadline for Application:
Criteria for Admission:	Criteria
Supports that are provided:	Vocational Academic Residential Independent Living Social
Program serves only students who have exited the K-12 system?	Applicant is not required to attend a 2 year transition program provided by their district

ACCEPTANCE, RETENTION, AND COMPLETION RATES

Acceptance rate for the most recent fall term:	40%
Retention rate for first year students from the previous academic year to the current one:	100%
Admitted applicants with these skills are commonly seen, but are not prerequisites. Students will have the opportunity to develop them directly during the program.
Minimum requirements for the program	View Requirements

COST

Average Total Program Cost (Tuition, Student Fees, Housing, Room and Board, Books/Materials, Program Fees):	$10,000 per year for commuter students $20,000 per year for residential students
Is this a federally funded TPSID Program?	Yes
Out of pocket expenses for the program can be funded in the following ways:	DOR Regional Center Self-Pay SSI Scholarships listed through Think College Foundations Private Scholarships
Average Out-of-Pocket Fees:	$2,500 per semester

ACADEMICS

Approximate percentage of all courses taken by students in the program that are inclusive:	100%
Do all students in this program enroll in at least one inclusive college/university course for credit or audit each quarter/semester?	Yes
University courses are for:	Letter Grades Credit/No Credit Audit Mix of 3 (based on student preference or need)
Course Access:	Options for C/NC or grade Agreement with course faculty Support with scheduling and enrollment Individual course support (e.g. tutoring, in-class support) Liaison with course faculty Aligned with individual interest/PCP Adapted syllabi
Credential(s) or certificate(s) students earn upon completing the program:	Certificate of Program Completion
Is this credential/certificate approved by the college/university?	No
Students in the program have access to the following campus-wide services:	Student health center Student disability services Gym Computer labs Campus clubs Wellness Center Pantry Tutoring Center Career Center Identity Center University Events

EMPLOYMENT

Percentage of students in this program have paid work while attending the program:	~75%
Other career development activities include:	Resume writing Interview skills Soft skills (e.g., communication) Job coaching Volunteer opportunities Advocacy in the workplace setting Internships (on-campus) Career Goal Setting
Percentage of students in this program that had paid work after exiting the program:
Resources offered to students:	Technology/Laptops Tutoring Technology Support
Program Partnerships:	Department of Rehabilitation Department of Developmental Services Campus Career Services Campus Career Fairs
External Supports Partnerships:	Supported living skills Peer mentors Regional Services Support

HOUSING / MEALS

Are residential living skills a component of this program?	Yes
Housing Options:	On-campus dorms
Are life skills a component of this program?	Yes
Housing is provided and arranged for students?	Yes
Are students able to live and work over the summer in the housing?	No
Are campus meal plans available?	Yes
Are on campus food options available?	Yes
Is there a food pantry on campus?	Yes

EXTRACURRICULAR / CAMPUS LIFE

Students can participate in student organizations and/or clubs on campus:	Yes
Students may participate in the following extracurricular activities:	Clubs Sororitiees/Fraternities Sports Affinity Groups Attend sporting and other campus events Access to campus Gym/Fitness center Independent activities outside the program Faith Communities Campus Museums Garden Spaces Concerts Signature Campus Events Alumni Events
Supports available to students in evenings and weekends:	Grocery shopping Peer Mentor Support Crisis and Emergency Supports Social activities Inclusive Campus Social Activities Programmatic Activities Social Activities