Scholars in high school balance academic achievement while preparing for the next phase in their lives. The College Achievement Program advances SMART Scholars, grades 9 through 12, toward high school graduation and a college education. The program includes:
Weekly after-school programming supports our Scholars through career and college exploration.
Standardized testing preparation services
Individual counseling through the college application and enrollment process
Assistance with the financial aid application processes
Bi-annual colleges tours throughout Northern and Southern California
Support in obtaining summer internships, study abroad, and other incredible experiences
Annual career fair and workshops such as resume-building, professional networking, and more
In addition, CAP Scholars receive mentoring and tutoring support as needed, in-depth partnership and communication between their schools and SMART advisors to support their success, and family education and partnership throughout the process.
Since launching the College Achievement Program in 2011, 100% of SMART Scholars have graduated high school and enrolled in college, compared to a 78% high school graduation rate in California and a nationwide 48% college matriculation rate of their low-income peers.
