college bound
Despite strong aspirations, the number of refugees attaining post-secondary education in Boise has traditionally been disproportionately low in comparison to American-born students.1R's College Bound program in Boise, Idaho empowers high school seniors from refugee backgrounds in the Treasure Valley to enter into- and succeed in post-secondary education through:
Logistical preparedness
Resource Navigation
Identity & Career exploration
Self-Advocacy training
Family engagement
The year-long program is available to high school Seniors in the Treasure Valley from refugee, SIV, Asylee or Humanitarian Parole status. College Bound graduates who complete all program requirements transition into the 1R Scholar program for post-secondary academic and professional support as well as financial assistance. Apply here.
The Need
Despite strong aspirations, the number of refugees attaining post-secondary education in Boise has traditionally been disproportionately low in comparison to American-born students.
The year-long program is available to high school Seniors in the Treasure Valley from refugee, SIV, Asylee or Humanitarian Parole status. College Bound graduates who complete all program requirements transition into the 1R Scholar program for post-secondary academic and professional support as well as financial assistance. Apply here.
For additional information, please contact Kayla Groat, College Bound Program Coordinator at Kayla@onerefugee.org
At the beginning of College Bound I didn't understand how I was going to do all the applications and FAFSA, or how I was going to pay for college. My parents were already telling me to wait for a few years before I start, but I feel I would have forgotten everything. But I am glad that I joined College Bound because it helped me stay on track for my future. I'm honestly glad I joined College Bound.
YOZEPHINA WILONDJA
College Bound Student
I learned that our past does not define us. What defines us is our future, If It wasn't for my College Bound teachers, I wouldn't be who I am today.
LEAH BARAKA
College Bound Student
Before College Bound, I thought about going to college, but it impossible for me. Till my last-minute decision in senior year, I'm appreciated Mrs. Kayla for the College Bound program, and I appreciate Mrs. Slichter to cooperate with Mrs. Kayla. I treasure my education and now I understand every step to go to college. I am preparing myself to improve my English, like reading, writing, and typing to become a successful student. I treasure every little thing Mrs. Kayla and Mrs. Slichter encouraged in us. I be patient to myself without disappointment now.
KMWEE PAW
College Bound Student
There are a lot of things I learned through College Bound, but the most important were how to complete my FAFSA, apply for several scholarships, learning how to advocate for myself, and how to cope with the tough college life. This really helped me a lot because before College Bound I had no idea really on what to do, I knew I wanted to go to college but I didn't know how. College Bound showed me how!