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A college degree is still the best way for low-income students to have greater health, lifetime earnings and economic stability.

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Latest News

Nov 12, 2018

Hot off the Presses!

Nov 12, 2018

Nov 8, 2018

First Generation College Student Day

Nov 8, 2018

We’re celebrating First Generation College Students with a brand-new giving campaign led by our alumni!

Nov 8, 2018

Oct 19, 2018

A Message from Robin

Oct 19, 2018

Our executive director has some news to share.

Oct 19, 2018

Oct 17, 2018

Conversation Starters About College and Career

Oct 17, 2018

Here are some open-ended questions to help students think about what their future may hold.

Oct 17, 2018

Sep 22, 2018

College Open House Round-Up

Sep 22, 2018

We’ve made a list of New York colleges and universities within a 1 hour drive of Albany, with information about upcoming open houses.

Sep 22, 2018

Sep 18, 2018

Fall Activities for Scholars and Mentors

Sep 18, 2018

As the weather cools, Scholars and mentors can explore new activities and experiences in the Capital Region. Here’s a short list.

Sep 18, 2018

Sep 17, 2018

A Peek into the College Planning Process

Sep 17, 2018

Catch a glimpse into the college planning process with a Schenectady Scholar and her mentor.

Sep 17, 2018

Aug 15, 2018

Alumni Council Members Share Advice with College-Bound Scholars

Aug 15, 2018

Our alumni share some hard-earned advice with our college-bound Scholars.

Aug 15, 2018

Jul 17, 2018

Summer Activities for Scholars and Mentors

Jul 17, 2018

Summer is in full swing! Check out some fun activities for mentors and mentees for July and August!

Jul 17, 2018

Jun 28, 2018

Confidence into Action

Jun 28, 2018

Financial literacy, interviewing skills and time management were on the agenda for our first summer bridge program, along with plenty of smiles, and ice cream!

Jun 28, 2018

Jun 14, 2018

Say Hello to the Class of 2018!

Jun 14, 2018

The 2018 Yearbook is here!

Jun 14, 2018

Jun 8, 2018

Forty-Six Thousand Thanks!

Jun 8, 2018

A record-breaking result! More than $46,000 raised for our program at our June Scholar Celebration.

Jun 8, 2018

Scholars

We work with students from Albany, Schenectady and Troy, NY. Most of our Scholars are the first in their families to go to college. Read their stories.

Mentors

Mentors work with students to help them gain the skills and confidence to graduate from college. Hear from Andy, a mentor of an Albany Scholar.

Donors

Donors provide funding for the college readiness programming and student sponsorships that transform the lives of our Scholars. You can make a gift today.