State of New Jersey
Higher Education
Promoting Excellence for All

College Bound
http://www.hccc.edu
Host Institution: Hudson County Community College

http://www.hccc.edu
Contact Information:

Timia Ligon, Director

25 Journal Squre Rm B415

Jersey City, NJ 07306

Telephone: 201-360-5331

Email: tligon@hccc.edu
Program Description:

College Bound is an educational program sponsored by Hudson County Community College . The program serves 9th and 10th grade students from Union City High School that have demonstrated the potential to be successful in college. The misson of the program is to help improve the academic skills and motivation of the participants and increase their opportunities for going to college. The program is year round consisting of two parts; the academic year and a five week summer component. During the academicy year, the program provides after school tutoring in Math, Science, technology, and English. The program offers cultrual activities and field trips.
Program Operates During:

Both Summer and Academic Year
Enrollment Policies:

Students must apply for admission

Parents must sign contract before student participates

Students are targeted and selected

Parents must supply financial information (1040, W2, FAFSA)
Target Population(s):

High school students

First generation to attend college
Students Served:

High School: 60

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