Western Texas College (Educational Talent Search)

Organization Name:
Western Texas College (Educational Talent Search)
Address:
6200 College Avenue
City, State, ZIP:
Snyder, TX 79549
Phone:
(888) 468-6982
Website:
http://www.wtc.edu/students/triogrants/talentsearch.html

Contact Name:
JULIA LEWIS
Title:
Director, Educational Talent Search TRiO
Email Address:
jlewis@wtc.edu
Phone:
325-574-7635

Program Description

The Talent Search program identifies and assists in individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential to succeed in higher education. The program provides academic, career, and financial counseling to its participants and encourages them to graduate from high school and continue to and complete their post secondary education. The goal of Talent Search is to increase the number of youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who complete high school and enroll in and complete their post secondary education.

Services Provided

Academic enrichment/tutoring/study skills
Arts and cultural
Career exploration and counseling/internships
College admissions guidance and counseling

College fairs/campus visits
College transition and retention support
Financial aid advising/FAFSA completion
SAT/ACT and other test preparation

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Demographics

Populations Served

Academically High-performing

First-Generation

Between 50% and 75%

Representative
Colleges Attended
by Alumni

Western Texas College