Kansas State University College Advising Corps

Organization Name:
Kansas State University College Advising Corps
Address:
22201 W. Innovation Dr.
City, State, ZIP:
Olathe, KS 66061
Year Founded:
2016
Website:
https://advisingcorps.org/program/kansas-state-university/

Contact Name:
Meaghan Higgins
Title:
Program Director
Email Address:
mcbhiggins@ksu.edu
Phone:
913-307-7360

Program Description

Kansas State College Advising Corps works to increase the number of low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented high school students who enter and complete college. Near-peer college advisers are placed full time in partner high schools to support students with the college planning process, including assistance in exploring postsecondary options, applying for college, and acquiring financial aid.

Services Provided

Career exploration and counseling/internships
College admissions guidance and counseling
College fairs/campus visits
College transition and retention support

Financial aid advising/FAFSA completion
Parent/family services
SAT/ACT and other test preparation
Scholarships and last-dollar grants

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Demographics

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Native Alaskan: 1%
White: 47%
Asian or Pacific Islander: 4%
Hispanic/Latino: 27%
Other: 4%
African American: 17%

Education Level and
Number of Students

High School: 3300
Middle School: 0
Elementary School: 0
Post-secondary: 0
Non-traditional: 0

Populations Served

Academically At-risk

First-Generation

Between 25% and 50%

Representative
Colleges Attended
by Alumni

Kansas State University