What is College Bound?

• College Bound is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
• We provide tutoring and mentoring to 8th-12th grade metropolitan DC public and public charter school students.
• Our goal is to motivate students and to help them improve their academic and college performance.
• The program makes college a reality for students who would like to attend college, but who need encouragement and direction.

Who are College Bound students?

• College Bound students are committed to improving their high school performance and pursuing a college degree.
• Students must be in the 8th-12th grade during the program year and enrolled in a public or public charter school.

How does College Bound work?

• Each student is paired with one adult volunteer, known as a "partner," who both assists with academics  and mentors the student.
• During the school year, students and partners meet weekly for 2 hours to work together on the student's homework or within College Bound's curriculum.
• Students may also receive assistance with ACT/SAT Preparation and college applications.
• Qualified College Bound students may apply for a $6,000 scholarship, which may be used at the college of their choice.

What do students and partners do at the weekly meetings?

• Receive announcements of upcoming events, scholarship opportunities, and College Bound news.
• Complete homework, work within the College Bound curriculum, prepare for the SAT/ACT, or participate in college preparation activities.
• Work with other student/partner pairs on completing assignments and tasks.
• Engage in mentoring activities, such as one-to-one discussions on social topics.
• Participate in workshops and seminars or hear from guest speakers.

Why can't students just do their homework during the weekly meetings?

College Bound is committed to strengthening students' basic skills and assisting them with college preparation. As such, we have a curriculum that fosters mastery of fundamental math and English skills.

What services does College Bound offer?

• Access to college preparation materials, scholarships, and other related information.
• Academic enrichment with a special emphasis on math and language arts.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Enrichment activities, including college tours, college fairs, and career fairs.
• One on one mentoring.
• Financial literacy workshops.
• ACT/SAT preparation.
• Access to college preparation materials, scholarships, and other related information.

Who are College Bound partners?

• Partners are professionals from around the DC metropolitan area who are in college or have college degrees.
• Partners are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of their students.
• Individuals that believe that students can and will attend college.

How can students or volunteers join College Bound?

• For a student application or more information, please visit the Programs and Services page on this website.
• For a volunteer application or more information, please visit the Volunteering page on this website.