During the five-day program, which runs from August 5-9, the students will learn how to obtain financial assistance, complete the college application process, take part in test preparation activities, and participate in intensive writing clinics geared toward college and scholarship application essays. After attending the Summer Application Institute, students are matched with mentors with whom they meet throughout the year. Adult mentors provide the encouragement and experience students need to make college a reality.
This year, three program alumni, including Dominican sophomore Gloria Garcia, are returning as student advisors and teaching classes such as College Admissions, Team Building and College Applications as well as assisting with the training of volunteer mentors.