Programs & Services

The Saturday School program’s project-based structure and culturally relevant curriculum fosters academic growth and social awareness. Operating on three college campuses (CSU Long Beach, Pomona College and UCLA), our effective Saturday School program is the most innovative and student-centered program, catering to 4-11th grade students.

Our 12th grade students complete a series of seminars and workshops that prepare them for collegiate success beyond the lecture hall. Classes are designed to prepare students for the academic and social challenges of attending college.

College Bound’s Academic Advisors provide assistance to high school seniors and their families as they navigate through the college application process. Emphasis is placed on meeting application deadlines and crafting a college entrance essay. 

African-Americans and other underserved populations often struggle with this gatekeeper to higher education. In response to this challenge, College Bound conducts SAT classes and practice exams at key times throughout the school year to improve scores and increase student confidence.

College Bound offers tutorial programs for students in grades 4-12. Our emphasis is on Math and English-based subjects. Tutoring is conducted on a 1:3 tutor to student ratio, and modality testing is performed to identify student learning preferences.

Academic review sessions for parents and students in grades 4-11 are held in February and March each year. Emphasis is placed on the completion of the required classes for admission into four-year colleges/universities across the country. Review sessions are tailored to meet the academic and extracurricular needs and interests of each student.

College Bound understands the benefits of participating in summer enrichment programs. Studies show that involvement in summer enrichment programs make students more competitive college applicants, and increase their chances of doing well during the regular school year. College Bound provides summer programs that increase literacy and address skill-building in math and the sciences.

To give students a competitive edge in today’s job market, College Bound has created specialized Career Academies in dental science, technology, engineering, allied health, teaching and other competitive job fields. Students in these academies are exposed to a variety of careers while preparing for rigorous college coursework.

Eighty percent of College Bound alumni have graduated from 4-year colleges/universities. In an effort to heighten the success of our alumni, College Bound offer support services to assist college students as multiple opportunities and challenges arise throughout their undergraduate years. By utilizing the College Retention Services, College Bound graduates can continue to benefit from the knowledge and experience of staff while on college campuses across the country.