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College Summit has been working with high school administrators, educators, and students to develop a “college-going” culture in low-income schools since 1993. Their workshops and programs address the gap in the educational transition for low-income young people who often lack access to college admission processes.
Students who participate in College Summit workshops enroll in college at the rate of 79% versus a 46% national average rate for low-income students. And College Summit students stay in college at a rate of 80% (graduated or still enrolled within six years)—remarkable for almost any group of students.
"We are passionate in our belief that access to education is critical to the success of young people and our community," said Mike Rowen, VP, Treasury Investor Relations. "We are very excited about this partnership with College Summit and look forward to seeing what we will achieve together. Sponsorships like this reflect Capital One's commitment to being a good corporate citizen in the communities we serve."
College Summit has regional offices in California, Colorado, Illinois, Missouri, Washington DC, and West Virginia, and has served more than 10,000 low-income students to date.
Why College Summit?
College Summit has successfully demonstrated that the most effective way to encourage and build a college culture in low-income communities is through engaging students into their program and developing a “college-going” culture. Their program has garnered positive public attention because of their impressive results. For example
- Named by Fast Company and Monitor Group as “One of the Top 25 Groups Changing the World” three years in a row.
- Recognized as having a successful strategy by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Featured in Newsweek magazine for its efforts and results.
For more information about College Summit, visit www.collegesummit.org
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