Many first-generation, low-income students don’t have the support or access to the resources they need to persist through college. They aren’t as fortunate as some to have parents or familial role models who understand and can navigate through the college admissions process. This is where College Visions (CV) steps in. We guide students not only through the college admissions process, but through to college graduation. And because of your support, 65% of students earn their bachelor’s degree within 6 years–more than 3 times the national average for first-generation, low-income students. Our alumni community has grown to 250 students and Kamah is one of them! Read her interview below:
Meet CV College Grad: Robinson Adames
Being a first-generation student isn’t an easy road to travel, but with guidance and support, students like Robinson are making immense strides in accomplishing their goals. He is one among 25 college students in the CV graduating class of 2017!! We are so proud of all of our students and not only want to congratulate them, but also thank our supporters for helping make this moment possible! Read Robinson’s interview below:
Meet CV Partner: Jill Simonson Luciano
“We are truly proud of our partnership with College Visions, and equally as proud to support its students on their journeys in higher-ed. You’re right, deciding to go out-of-state is not easy. It’s tough being away from our families, and our support systems. At Southwest, we aim high and take pride in setting goals that can be reached through commitment, diligence and believing in one’s self! I see students’ decisions to ”venture out” exactly like a goal. It can be done! The network of support that CV provides has definitely made these choices a reality for thousands of students.” – Jill Simonson Luciano
Jill Simonson Luciano is the Regional Leader of Community Affairs & Grassroots for Southwest Airlines. She and Southwest are proud to support first-gen students with big goals!Read her interview below.
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12th Grader on the Path to Success: Estevan Feliz
My experience at College Visions has been phenomenal, thus far, and I believe it has provided me with the guidance to succeed and excel in my future through college and beyond. College Visions provides assistance in selecting colleges that are a great fit for the student, both economically and academically. This help ensures that we achieve our goal of attending college and starting a journey to a successful future, regardless of any barriers we have.-Estevan Feliz, Cranston West ‘17
Because of your continued support, 97% of our students enroll in college directly after high school and Estevan will do the same! He has been accepted to the University of Rhode Island, University of Connecticut, and Boston College (his top choice)! Click here to read his interview.
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Yuselly Mendoza: Youth Development Major & Activist
Yuselly is one of the many students at CV with a voice and passion to help those who need it the most. She has volunteered at numerous non-profit organizations and has discovered her passion: helping the next-generation of young people succeed. This pushed her to become a Youth Development major, but it doesn’t stop there. Read her interview below to find out more!
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