The Problem
Students Rising Above understands the real-world value of education, addresses the many obstacles faced by first-generation college students, and sets goals that are achievable, empowering, and mesurable.
Less College Graduates
Low Attainment Rates
Lower Income
Higher Drop Out Rates
SRA has sent more than 750 students to colleges throughout the U.S.. Students Rising Above Values character, drive, and potential, accepting candidates outside traditional GPA standarts.
Success Stories
Career development
742
Currently serving 475 students and 267 alumni
85%
of SRA students are in career-ladder jobs or graduate school within 12 months of college graduation
530+
Text: SRA has a full network of Employer Partners and Careers Mentors
200+
Personalized job interview prep sessions annually
10
On-site Career Insight Events annually
267
Student Summer Internships in 2017 including; Business, Nonprofit/Social Justice, Tech, Government/Law, Youth/Education, Healthcare, STEM