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 Center for Student Opportunity helps students and their supporters discover the many colleges and universities committed to serving the traditionally underserved. Check out these programs and more to find schools promoting a college-bound culture. |
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 Georgia College and State University
Milledgeville, GA
Academic Initiative for Males (AIM) Academy
African-American teenagers aged 12 to 14 from central Georgia can benefit from the AIM Academy, a two-week, residential
program funded by the university. Students complete a project addressing current social issues and hear from representatives
from the Milledgeville 100 Black Men of America, the Macon Alumnae Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and the Mu
Gamma Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, who act as role models.
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 Harvey Mudd College
Claremont, CA
Future Achievers of Science and Technology (FAST)
The Future Achievers in Science and Technology (FAST) Programs offer high school students from populations that are traditionally underrepresented in the STEM Fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) an opportunity to experience Harvey Mudd College. Participants will learn the benefits of pursuing a Technical Degree at a Liberal Arts College while experiencing what life is like at a residential college. The Programs include Class Visits, Research Lab Demos, Overnight stay in one of our Residence Halls (Fall FAST only), hands on Experiments/Workshops, HMC student activities, and much more. Most importantly, participants will have the opportunity to interact with HMC students, professors and other college-bound students who share their passion for Math and Science. The FAST Programs are absolutely free, and participants receive a Fee Waiver for their HMC Freshman Application. The application due date is August 16th (click here to apply).
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 Northeastern University
Boston, MA
Linking Education and Diversity Mentoring Program (LEAD)
The LEAD program helps Boston Public High School and METCO students with the college admission process and provides guidance during their freshman year of college. Created to develop one-on-one mentor relationships, LEAD mentors are current Northeastern students many who have attended a Boston Public School and who are trained to assist with the college process. LEAD is open to students who either attend a Boston Public School or those who live in Boston and participate in the METCO program.
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 The George Washington University
Washington, DC
Colonial Inauguration and the Guide to Personal Success Program (GPS)
The University offers this summer orientation program to incoming freshman, transfer and international students. It is a two and half day event led by the Colonial Cabinet, a diverse group of student leaders who introduce students to academic advisors and current students, help them learn about academic and extra-curricular opportunities, and help them get to know their fellow classmates. Additionally, programs are provided for parent, guardians and siblings. Once students arrive on campus in the fall, they are assigned a Guide to Personal Success (GPS), a knowledgeable George Washington University staff member who helps them navigate any personal, professional, or experiential issues, and connects them with University resources.
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 University of Alaska-Anchorage
Anchorage, AK
AHAINA Stars Peer Mentor Program
This program assists freshmen and sophomore students in transitioning into the collegiate experience by providing monthly meetings that address pertinent issues and develop skills related to academic success. Peer Mentors are upperclassmen whose experiences along with specialized training provide a support network of information and resources.
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 Opportunity Scholars, program assists highly motivated traditionally underserved college-bound students through the college process to identify and enroll in four-year, student-centered colleges and universities that seek to serve and support them. |
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 University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
UTSAccess
To help make higher education affordable, accessible, and provide financial support to students and families of Texas, UTSA has established UTSAcess (Undergradaute Tuition, Support, Access.) UTSA students who are first-time Freshmen as well as Texas residents with a family income of $30,000 or less can qualify for grants and/or scholarships to cover tuition and mandatory fees for four years under the UTSAccess program. Work-study funds and low interest loans can also be identified to help cover the cost of room and board and other educational expenses.
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