College Knowledge Challenge Next Generation Solution to Overcoming the 3 Roadblocks to Getting to and through College Keith W. Frome, Ed.D. Co-Founder, College Summit and Executive Director, The King Center

Roadblocks for College Entrance and Completion for Low-income Students PLANNING Strong college planning skills Strong career planning skills INFORMATION Information on college selection, admissions, and financial aid requirements and processes Actionable Government Data Information on college transfer, scholarship, and graduation requirements and processes SUPPORT Positive influence from college-going peers Connection and modeling from successful college attaining peers 2

What Works in College Access Programs ? Impact = Information Training Management 3

A New Platform: Technology That Can Be Used Anywhere to Support Students Innovation: Develop an innovative response to one or more of the three major roadblocks (e.g. planning, information, or peers) Understanding: Demonstrate an understanding of the realities of 1st generation students Interactivity: Deliver a user-friendly App that provides information AND support/coaching to students Social Engagement: Consider the potential for social engagement and networking Accessibility: Design an App that is accessible to 1st generation students, in terms of pricing and distribution Planning: Present an idea and plan for development that can be realistically implemented and delivered in a high-quality fashion within the allowable timeframe. 4

Solution: CollegeAppMap.org