Portland State University Educational Talent Search

Program Description

Educational Talent Search serves 685 students in the Portland School District (George MS, Roosevelt HS; Boise Eliot K-8, Jefferson HS; Lee K-8, Madison HS; Lane MS, Franklin HS). A large percentage (over 67%) of our student population is comprised of under-represented ethnic minority students. Since 1993, 90% of our annual high school graduates enroll in college immediately after high school.

What We Do

All students receive:

• Exposure to career opportunities, college campuses, & academic summer programs
• Weekend workshops relevant to academic courses, study skills, computer skills, career choices, and opportunities for education beyond high school
• Assistance with SAT/ACT preparation and registration
• Guidance with college admissions and financial aid applications
• Referrals to other educational support services and community resources for participants and their parents

Services Provided

• Academic enrichment/tutoring/study skills
• College admissions guidance and counseling
• College fairs/campus visits

• Financial aid advising/FAFSA completion
• Other
• SAT/ACT and other test preparation
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Demographics

Education Level and
Number of Students

• High School: 685
• Middle School: 0
• Elementary School: 0
• Post-secondary: 0
• Non-traditional: 0

Populations Served

• Academically At-risk
• Academically High-performing
• ESL Students

First-Generation

• Between 50% and 75%

Matriculation & Completion

• 4-yr College Matriculation: 90%