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The Foundation for a College Education (FCE) aims to increase the number of students of color enrolling in and graduating from four-year colleges and universities. Students and their parents are both involved in programs designed to increase understanding of the full college planning process. FCE relies solely on private sources of funding from individuals, corporations, and private foundations. It serves students of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.
The College Bound Program encourages students to raise their expectations of themselves, complete advanced college preparatory courses, and apply to competitive colleges and universities.
The College Retention Program (pilot) provides ongoing support and services to students once they enroll in college to ensure that they graduate.
Services
- Academic enrichment, support, and monitoring
- College counseling
- Academic counseling and advising
- College admissions planning and support
- Application support, including college essays
- Academic tutoring
- SAT preparation
- College interviewing and admissions selection
- Financial aid and scholarship guidance
- College tours and college fairs
- Cultural exploration and career exposure
- Mentoring/college coaching
- Parent engagement and support
- Parent and student leadership development
- College retention program
Enrollment
Interested high school students and parents should contact their school guidance counselors. Students must complete a formal admissions application that includes essays and a one-on-one family interview. Students are evaluated on a number of criteria, including GPA and academic standing. Once admitted, students and parents commit to a set of program standards to which they are held accountable.
Stephanie Wick, Executive Director of FCE
If you have questions, contact your school guidance counselor or Foundation for a College Education.
Foundation for a College Education
2160 Euclid Avenue
East Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 322-5048
www.collegefoundation.org
Revised January 2003 |
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