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Be part of their success!

High school students with unlimited potential living in under-resourced communities

Opportunity through our research-based program led by caring teachers

Support from friends like you

100% college acceptance for graduating Scholars!

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Be part of their success!

High school students with unlimited potential living in under-resourced communities

Opportunity through our research-based program led by caring teachers

Support from friends like you

100% college acceptance for graduating Scholars!

DONATE

Thank You –
we did it together!

In 2020, the Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation offered Pathways to College a matching challenge grant. Because of generous support from friends like you, in 2022, we exceeded our $2 million goal.

New Scholar Stories

Hear our Scholars' inspiring stories about the transformative impact of Pathways to College on their lives!

OUR APPROACH TO SUCCESS

Identifying potential and developing leaders in under-represented populations remains a critical challenge in our society.

Our Goals

A key way to address this challenge – and the challenge of overall school performance – is strengthening students’ ability to win admission to and succeed in the best possible colleges, given their interests and abilities.

School-Based Scholars Program

Operates after school in partner schools and communities.
Sessions are scheduled twice or more weekly during the school year for at least four hours per week.
Led by a team of the most effective teachers in each participating school.
Targets up to 100 Scholars in grades 9-12.
Schoolwide impact is attained through building a college-going culture and providing opportunities for schoolwide activities.

National Scholars Program

Accommodates Scholars who prefer the flexibility of a virtual program, empowering them to balance school, work, and preparing for success after high school, when a School-Based Program is not available.
Operates after school hours as a virtual, national community of learners.
Led by Pathways to College program teachers.
Currently open to applicants in central and eastern time zones

Learn More About Our Programs

Recognitions

Luminary Award

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McGraw Prize Winner – Founder and President Judith Berry Griffin

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Major Matching Grant from Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation

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Awardee – Maximum Grant for Promoting Social and Emotional Learning

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Results that matter

100%

Pathways Graduates Accepted to College

90%

Pathways Graduates Entered College*

Nearly

4,800

Pathways Scholars (To Date)

* Source: National Student Clearinghouse

What Our Scholars Are Saying

Our Scholars have amazing stories to share as they continue to build upon the solid foundation nurtured by Pathways to College.

"When I look back at all that I have accomplished in both my high school and college career, I have Pathways to College to thank."

- Latisha

"EVERGREEN! The program is forever fresh in my mind and the positive lessons learned are always forefront in my life today."

- Zaamir

"Pathways to College opened a door in my life."

- Lemar

"I get to go to college! Before Pathways to College I didn't think it was possible for me to go."

- Hannah

"Having a team willing to guide me through the process helped fuel my passion to aim high and commit to my college journey."

- Bukky

"While every student is capable of doing great, only a few stand out and Pathways to College helped me stand out."

- Frandy

"Pathways to College has made me a leader."

Thank You –
we did it together!