College Advising Corps

The student-to-counselor ratio in the U.S. is 376:1—leaving too many students behind. In The Class, a new six-part docuseries coming to PBS starting TODAY, six high school students in Antioch, CA fight for their college dreams against the odds, with the support of one CAC counselor who won't give up. Filmed during the unprecedented 2020-2021 pandemic year, it’s a must-watch to gain a deeper understanding of the barriers students face in accessing higher education, as well as inspiration from real-life stories of resilience. Stream it NOW on the PBS app, or check your local listings. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/dxBrcdEA. #TheClassPBS

The pandemic deepened educational inequities to a breaking point. Five years later, it’s time we talk about it. We’re excited to share that The Class, featuring former CAC Advisers and students, is coming to PBS March 18! In this dramatic six-part series from Executive Producer Daveed Diggs, the seniors at Deer Valley High School in the East Bay community of Antioch, CA journey towards their futures in higher education amid the turmoil of a pandemic year. Filmed over the course of the 2020-2021 school year, The Class captures an unprecedented moment in time and the universal stories of hope, resolve, strength, and success found in the most unexpected places. Check your local listings or stream anytime beginning March 18 on the PBS app. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/dxBrcdEA. #TheClassPBS

Interested in supporting CAC college advisers? Volunteer as a resume coach! Register here by March 26th:?https://lnkd.in/dqNDuK4Y As a volunteer resume coach, you will support?College Advising Corps?advisers by providing detailed feedback and strategies to improve their resumes through virtual, 1-on-1 coaching sessions focused on: - Tailoring resume content to a desired role - Showcasing achievement with measurable impact - Communicating through clear and concise formatting - Translating transferable adviser skills Register here by March 26th:?https://lnkd.in/dqNDuK4Y

For 13 years, CAC has proudly partnered with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to support students through AdviseTexas! Last year,?173 advisers helped 61K+ seniors across schools, enrolling 285K students—about 17% of Texas public high school enrollment. ? ???The Rider Report?(Dec 2024) highlights our impact: ??Students who met with advisers were more likely to apply to college, submit multiple applications, and complete TAFSA/FAFSA. ??Meeting 3+ times increased college attendance by 29%. ??Two-year college enrollment for students with <2.5 GPAs increased by 44% if they met with an adviser 3+ times! Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/esXP_NrB Huge thanks to our partners & advisers for driving student success!??? Texas Christian University Texas A&M University Texas A&M University-San Antonio Trinity University University of North Texas The University of Texas at Austin The University of Texas at El Paso The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley #AdviseTexas #CollegeAccess #HigherEd

We’re celebrating 15 years of partnership with AmeriCorps! Since joining forces, CAC AmeriCorps advisers have made a powerful impact: ? 7.7M+ service hours ? Supported over 4,500 advisers ? Secured $27M+ in Segal Education Awards for continued education As we reflect on 15 years of impact, we look forward to growing this partnership and supporting even more students in the years to come. Thank you, AmeriCorps, for helping us change lives! ?? #AmeriCorpsWeek #AmeriCorpsWorksForAmerica #CAC

This #AmeriCorpsWeek, we’re celebrating the incredible impact of AmeriCorps members across the country — including 600+ CAC advisers helping 200,000+ students navigate their futures in 14 states! Thank you, AmeriCorps, for helping us make a difference! #AmeriCorpsWorksForAmerica

We are thrilled to welcome Dave Mills as the new Chief Financial Officer of College Advising Corps! With over 25 years of nonprofit experience in North Carolina, including his most recent role as CFO at United Way of the Greater Triangle, Dave brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to making an impact. Dave is a proud North Carolina native and holds a CPA license, a Master's in Accounting from UNC-Chapel Hill, a Master's in Divinity from Union Theological Seminary, and a Bachelor's degree from Princeton University. We’re excited to have Dave’s leadership and passion on board as we continue creating pathways to success for students across the country. Welcome to CAC, Dave! ??

Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and the power of education. At College Advising Corps, we are inspired by his vision as we work to create pathways to success for all students. #MLKDay #LegacyOfService #EducationForAll

We’re honored to be recognized by Patrick Methvin of the Gates Foundation in his year-end reflection! Your acknowledgment of College Advising Corps’ impact inspires us as we continue our mission to expand postsecondary opportunities for students across the nation. Our ongoing relationship with the Gates Foundation is a testament to the power of collaboration in driving meaningful change. Together, we’re empowering students to dream big and achieve even bigger. As we reflect on the year, we’re excited about the future and look forward to continuing to partner with incredible organizations like the Gates Foundation to help students unlock their full potential. Here’s to more opportunities to create lasting impact in the years ahead! #CollegeAdvisingCorps #StudentSuccess

As we face the devastating impact of the California wildfires, our hearts go out to the CAC Advisers, program staff, students, families, and communities affected. We've compiled a few resources for those affected and in need of support, and opportunities to assist those who need it most. #LAwildfires