Monarch Guide

2026

Monarch Guide Book

Welcome to the Monarch Guide! The Monarch Guide is designed for all CPP students, regardless of background, year, or field of study. Whether you're exploring career paths, entrepreneurship, or academic opportunities, this guide is here to support you with tools, knowledge, and encouragement every step of the way. Explore career paths, entrepreneurship, academic opportunities, and campus resources鈥攁ll designed to support you with the tools, knowledge, and encouragement you need to thrive.

Cover of Monarch Guide

Accessing the Full Guide

The Monarch Guide is designed for all CPP students, regardless of background, year, or field of study. It serves as a comprehensive resource to support student success, community connection, and informed navigation of campus life and opportunities.

 

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Monarch Guide — Published April 2, 2026

 

 

Monarch Guide Chapters

PDF Version of Guide

Due to the scale of the book, we have created a separate site to host the complete and most up鈥憈o鈥慸ate version. Below, the guide is broken into six chapters for accessibility and easier reading. These chapters may be presented as individual PDFs due to the size of the content. The live site always contains the most current and complete version of the book.

Prelude

Intro to Monarch Guide

Explore the Monarch Guide and learn about USS resources designed to support Undocu-Broncos, mixed-status students, and all CPP students.
Chapter One

Leveling Up: Grad & Professional School

Leveling Up: Your Guide to Grad & Professional School Learn how to explore graduate programs, prepare for applications, and plan your path to professional school.
Chapter Two

Get In , Get Experience

Get In, Get Experience: Internships That Work for You Discover how to find internships that match your goals, build meaningful experience, and access USS resources that support students in gaining hands-on opportunities.
Chapter Three

Freelance Your Future

Learn how to navigate independent contracting, understand ITINs, and build a freelance path that works for you. This chapter highlights key steps, tips, and resources to help students pursue secure, flexible work opportunities.
Chapter Four

Be Your Own Boss

Learn how to navigate independent contracting, understand ITINs, and build a freelance path that works for you. This chapter highlights key steps, tips, and resources to help students pursue secure, flexible work opportunities.
Chapter Five

Your CPP Toolkit

Find campus resources tailored to support CPP students. This chapter highlights key programs, services, and tools to help you stay connected, supported, and empowered throughout your journey.