Program Details
The College Bound Institute (CBI) is an intense residential program designed to prepare high school students for their academic careers. At the end of the program, students will be able to thoroughly complete college applications, successfully write entrance essays, successfully search and apply for scholarships, increase their SAT scores, and have a completed Free Application For Student Aid (FAFSA).
What does the Program offer?
All participants in the CBI program will live together in university campus housing with staff and upper class university students who serve as counselors, guides, and mentors. At the conclusion of the program, students will have participated and received the following services:
- Identify Colleges/Universities of Choice
- Apply to Colleges/Universities of Choice
- Submit a top-notch college application essay
- Apply for the Free Application For Student Aid
- Identify and apply for 3 scholarships
- Attend college-readiness seminars
- Increase SAT scores
- Register for an SAT exam
- Attend at least 2 University/College Tours
- Have created a year-long college application process plan for upcoming academic year
Post-program services also include:
- Resources throughout upcoming academic year
- 7 day-a-week support services to answer questions
- Resources for parents to facilitate their role in the college application process
What are the requirements to participate?
To be considered for participation in the College Bound Institute, an applicant must:
- Be a high school student
- Have a minimum un-weighted cumulative high school grade point average of 2.50
- Aspire to attend a college or university
Program Costs
The costs include housing, meals, instructional materials, and all activities included throughout the program.
College Workshops
Students will be able to thoroughly complete college applications, successfully write entrance essays, successfully search and apply for scholarships, increase their SAT scores, and have a completed Free Application For Student Aid (FAFSA).
College Tours
During our travels, students are given an opportunity to meet with financial aid and admissions advisors who can help them make practical decisions regarding their aspirations. Our goal is to ensure that students and parents get the most out of their college years.
College Scholarships
The primary individuals that the foundation serves are first-generation and/or low-income individuals at the pre- and collegiate levels. The foundation also serves individuals who are non-traditional aged students with the aspiration of obtaining a college degree.