Vision

College Is Real envisions a future where every capable student—regardless of income, background, or circumstance—has the knowledge, confidence, and support to transform their potential into opportunity. By empowering young people to achieve a college education that once felt out of reach, we strive to build thriving communities led by graduates who redefine what is possible and create lasting change for generations to come.

Goals

1. 1.Empower community college students to successfully transfer to four-year institutions by providing academic guidance, mentorship, and financial/resource support, ensuring they have equitable access to opportunity and the tools needed to thrive in their continued education while fostering confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging throughout their academic journey.
2. 2.Expand college access and completion for all participants in our program by providing renewable, multi-year scholarships that relieve financial pressure, support year-to-year persistence, and ensure students have the stability needed to earn degrees while fostering confidence, leadership, and long-term economic mobility.
3. 3.We will use AI to identify student needs earlier and personalize their academic and financial support. Additionally, by revealing patterns in progress and risk factors, AI will enable our staff to deliver timely, targeted interventions that help low-income students access and persist in college, while giving the team deeper insights to continuously improve the CIR program's quality and outcomes.