COLLEGE ACCESS PROGRAM

PREPARING STUDENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION

TGR Foundation’s college access programming supports high school students interested in careers that require post-secondary education. Through a variety of workshops and resources, students nationwide receive the support needed to thrive in school and life.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

To prepare students for the journey to and through higher education, TGR Foundation’s college access programming provides students and their families coaching on the core elements of the college application, admissions and financial aid processes including:

  • College application support

  • Financial aid workshops

  • Admissions counseling

  • Intensive college prep academies

COLLEGE BOUND ACADEMY

Each summer the TGR Foundation College Bound Academy prepares rising high school seniors with tools and resources to pursue their post-secondary academic aspirations. This intensive, multi-day experience provides students with the guidance and resources needed for their journey. After participating in College Bound Academy, 88% of students feel better prepared to attend college.

WORKSHOPS & RESOURCES

Workshops are available to students year-round at the TGR Learning Lab, local high schools and virtually. All sessions are designed to help students gain the information, understanding and support needed to prepare for and succeed in college. Panels and recruitment events with university admissions officers throughout the year to expose students to colleges that align with their academic and career interests.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS & EVENTS

TGR Foundation offers students access to college access programming year-round, both in-person through the TGR Learning Lab and virtually. Scroll to learn about upcoming events and check back regularly as more are added. Virtual events are listed beneath the in-person events at our TGR Learning Lab in Anaheim. Space is limited for all workshops. We look forward to serving you soon.

 

IN-PERSON EVENTS

College application support session | Wednesday, December 6 ​| 4-6 pm

High school seniors are invited to join TGR Foundation’s college-access team for an interactive drop-in session to support them in their college application processes. The advising session will be held at the TGR Learning Lab in Anaheim. Virtual sessions will also be accessible via Zoom.

Students will have one-on-one time to ask questions and gain guidance while working on college applications including schools in the California State University and University of California systems in addition to the  Common Application, Coalition Application and scholarships. ​

Materials to bring: ​

  • Transcripts ​
  • School records​
  • Notetaking tools ​

There is no cost to participate; registration is required.​

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FSA ID Drop-In Session |Wednesday, December 20 | 4:30 – 6 PM

AUDIENCE: High School Seniors and Parents

LOCATION: TGR Learning Lab – Anaheim

Join us to learn more about the Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) process and receive support in creating a student and parent FSA ID account.

*Bring a government-issued form of personal identification and a valid email address to create your FSA ID account.

REGISTER NOW

 

VIRTUAL EVENTS

 

College application support session | Wednesday, December 6 ​| 1-3 pm PST/4-6 pm EST

High school seniors are invited to join TGR Foundation’s college-access team for an interactive drop-in session to support them in their college application processes. The advising session will be held at the TGR Learning Lab in Anaheim. Virtual sessions will also be accessible via Zoom.

Students will have one-on-one time to ask questions and gain guidance while working on college applications including schools in the California State University and University of California systems in addition to the  Common Application, Coalition Application and scholarships. ​

Materials to bring: ​

  • Transcripts ​
  • School records​
  • Notetaking tools ​

There is no cost to participate; registration is required.​

REGISTER NOW

BE A CHAMPION

Each year, more than 2,000 students, family members and educators participate in our college access programming. Our impact is possible because of the support of our community of champions. We work together with our donors, partners and volunteers to provide students access to valuable experiences. Click below to learn how you can support TGR Foundation’s college access programming today.

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