An Introduction to RI's College Access and Persistence Programs

Essential Question:
What do we know about historically underserved populations on RI public college campuses and recent efforts to support them?

To improve higher education degree completion rates, the Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner (RIOPC) has launched three new programs that partner with existing college access efforts. To view a presentation of the highlights of this story, click here.

The College Crusade and College Visions: Examples of two vital programs

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These mature programs work specifically with the groups who most struggle with getting to and succeeding in college.

Because the difficulties related to college access and completion often begin during the K-12 years, College Visions and The College Crusade of Rhode Island start their work early in the academic lives of their students.

The College Crusade of Rhode Island (CC)
Founded in 1989, The College Crusade annually provides college-readiness services and scholarships to approximately 3,900 students who are attending middle and high schools in low-income RI urban districts. Read more about The College Crusade.

College Visions (CV)
Since 2004, College Visions has provided low-income and first-generation youth in Rhode Island with the individualized advisory and resources needed to enroll and succeed in college. Read more about College Visions.

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