Redefining College Access in the Bay Area

About This Project

Summary

To address barriers to college access and affordability, 10,000 Degrees partnered with San Francisco State University to create a direct pathway to higher education for more than 300 students across eight Bay Area counties. Through The Summit, CSU-eligible 10,000 Degrees students received guaranteed admission to SFSU, financial aid, campus experiences and access to scholarships, making college more attainable.

Goals & Objectives

The Summit sought to reduce systemic barriers to higher education by providing students from first-generation and low-income backgrounds with college planning, financial aid guidance and campus experiences that increased college readiness, built confidence and supported college enrollment.

Results & Impact

More than 250 Bay Area students received college planning support, financial aid guidance and firsthand exposure to campus life. The Summit expanded college access by guaranteeing admission to SFSU for CSU-eligible 10,000 Degrees students, along with financial support and scholarships.