The Starting Point Mentorship Program (SPMP) pairs eligible community college students with current UC Berkeley student mentors who offer guidance, motivation and access to admissions, campus, and community resources. The program is specifically designed to encourage California Community College students from all backgrounds to explore their academic potential and prepare for transfer to UC Berkeley and other 4-year universities. Mentoring is conducted through: email, phone calls, campus visits, workshops, Zoom, and the use of other online technologies.