Collegiate Directions

Collegiate Directions, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Bethesda, Maryland. Founded in 2005, the organization is dedicated to improving educational outcomes for low-income and first-generation college students. With a team of 29 employees, Collegiate Directions has generated $8 million in revenue. Collegiate Directions offers two main programs: the Scholars Program and the School Support Program. The Scholars Program provides comprehensive college counseling, tutoring, test preparation, study skills development, leadership training, and ongoing support to students starting in 10th grade and continuing through college graduation. The School Support Program extends the organization's reach to high school college advising offices by offering tailored consulting services to improve college advising practices and support students in finding their best-fit colleges. Collegiate Directions distinguishes itself through its commitment to closing the education, achievement, and opportunity gap for underrepresented students. The organization's comprehensive approach, encompassing academic support, college guidance, and leadership development, aims to empower students to succeed in higher education. For more information about Collegiate Directions and its programs, visit collegiatedirections.org.