First-generation students, twins Joseph and Joshua Garcia, made local headlines this summer for graduating at the top of their class as valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. An academic journey defined by…
Erica Henderson was once a super shy and insecure high schooler. Even simple conversations felt overwhelming, making her college dreams seem like a distant fantasy. But in 2003, when College…
When Steve Gama joined College Possible Chicago as a high school junior, he could have never imagined he would be graduating from college six years later with a competitive position…
Naima, a 2024 Roseville High School graduate, is excited to begin her college journey at Duke University in the fall. The youngest of four sisters, Naima first heard about College…
For Sherlean, college wasn't just a personal ambition—it was a chance to pave the way for her siblings. "Growing up, I never had anyone around me who had a college…
A senior at Millard South High School, Vanessa remembers when she first heard about College Possible. “I was called down to a presentation by College Possible and they described how…
For Benson High School senior Thein Thein, the pathway to college was not merely a choice; it was a natural path, deeply ingrained by her family’s value of education. With…
Gabriella, a senior at Bellevue East High School, doesn’t shy away from new opportunities. Since her freshman year, Gabriella has been actively engaged both within her school and her community…
Lessly’s path to graduation was marked by hurdles, setbacks, and moments of self-doubt, but through perseverance and the support of her College Possible coaches, she has emerged triumphant, recently earning…
When Teo was in high school, he knew that college would be in his future. It was the “how”— the actual steps of preparing for the ACT, applying for scholarships…
Most college systems weren't built for today's students, so they can be tough to navigate. For students who are the first in their family to attend college, it can be…
Meet Aaliyah Vang, a determined Hmong American Peace Academy senior who aims to leverage a degree in psychology to make an impact on younger generations. Aaliyah’s path to college is…
College Possible Minnesota’s recent celebration for high school and college students, Cheers to New Chapters, was a success. Hosted at Surly Brewing Company on June 2, the event honored the…
As students across Wisconsin prepare to begin college this fall, College Possible Wisconsin is helping ensure they arrive on campus equipped with both the technology and personalized support they need…
