On Point for College

place Syracuse, New York, USA
language http://onpointforcollege.org

$41,553

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Mission

Our Mission: We break down barriers that prevent young, underserved individuals from achieving education and career success.

Our Vision: To transform communities by making college, training and career success a reality for those who face great obstacles.

What We Do

On Point for College provides a comprehensive suite of services that allows us to meet our students wherever they are along their post-secondary journeys. To do this, we offer:

* One-on-one advising, including help with preparing college & financial aid applications
* Transportation to & from colleges for semester breaks, emergencies, and placement exams
* A set of basic college & dorm supplies so no student arrives unprepared
* Campus tours during the spring & fall semesters for prospective students
* Ongoing support and advisement throughout their college careers, including visits from On Point staff and connection to on-campus resources
* Career planning, including guidance in selecting a course of study, help with resumes, interview skills, job shadowing, internships, and networking

Staff

Tanya E
Tanya E.
Director of Operations
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Samuel R.
Executive Director
Katherine S
Katherine S.
Volunteer Coordinator
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