FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP Tuesday, February 10, 2009 6:00 p.m.
The Institute has received a grant from the James Irvine Foundation to help guide our youth to college. This project will target first-generation college-going, low-income Imperial County high school students seeking enrollment in post-secondary education. College Knowledge will provide universal access to students and their families in need of college guidance and knowledge utilizing individual counseling sessions and group workshops.
Grant Participation Guidelines
| 1. | Be first-generation college-going and low-income student in the Imperial Valley | | 2. | Between 14 and 24 years of age (Preference is given to 10th graders) | | 3. | Maintain a Minimum 3.0 grade point average | | 4. | Have no discipline and/or attendance problems | | 5. | A parent or an adult family member must participate in the project |
Applications are available at local high schools, institutions and at the office of the Institute for Socio-Economic Justice. For more information please call us at (760)-351-9300.
 The Institute is proud to partner with Valley College Consulting for the College Knowledge Program. Please visit their site for more information on the personal guidance they provide. (Click on logo at left to visit their website)
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