Overview 

• Speak, read and write English and Spanish proficiently
• High school diploma or GED
• Must be a citizen or eligible non-citizen of the United States with a valid social security number
• College level placement into English, Reading and Math
• If selected for an interview, interview is bilingual
• Must obtain a passing grade of C or better in all BNFP classes
• All curriculum offered as a cohort – cannot deviate from the course schedule
• Courses offered simultaneously at SMCC and GWCC
• Willing to commit as a full-time student to a 3-year, 12 month program
• Must submit monthly BNFP Academic Tracking Forms on due dates
• Must attend all monthly meetings and BNFP events
• Responsible for all individual program costs
• Immunizations – student responsibility
• Uniforms – student responsibility
• Negative drug screen
• Must apply for free Application For Student Federal Aid (FAFSA) and general scholarships every academic year