Thank you for your interest in Building College Success Access (formerly Black College Success) Cohort 5 Application!

 BCS Access is a yearlong college and career support program for high school seniors at our partner schools. Students in the program receive weekly, personalized guidance from a dedicated advisor to help them navigate college applications, financial aid, scholarships, and post-high school planning.

We currently support students at the following priority partner schools students who are eligible for this program are:

• Participated in the BCS STEAM Program
• Or attend one of our partner 13 schools:
  August Hawkins, Centennial, Crenshaw, Dorsey, Inglewood, LACES, Hamilton, Manual Arts, New Designs Charter, Washington Prep, Westbrook, Westchester, View Park
• If neither of these apply to you there is limited space available and we still encourage you to apply.

Throughout the year, BCS hosts fun and engaging events where students can learn new skills, connect with their peers across different schools, and celebrate their cultural identity in community. From workshops to college fairs to culturally-rooted events — we create spaces where students feel seen, supported, and empowered.

We encourage applications from students who:

•  Must be in the 12th grade at one of our partner schools
   
•  Have a minimum GPA of 2.25 (we also consider students below 2.0 with counselor recommendations)
   
• Plan to apply to a 4 year college
   
•  Are a U.S. citizen
   
•  Are committed to showing up, asking questions, and taking steps toward their future
   

If you're ready to receive real support, show up for your goals, and be part of a community that sees your potential — we encourage you to apply! 

Please note: Applicants that complete & submit the application by the September 3, 2025 deadline are the only applications we will consider for review.  

Questions/technical issues: Contact Gerrels@lapromisefund.org. 

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