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Student Services

Achieving a College Education (ACE)

Mission Statement




The program’s mission is to support and assist high school juniors and seniors in achieving quality instruction at the community college level through the following key components:

  • Completion of a nationally recognized scholarship program
  • Guaranteed course transfer to all in-state universities
  • A cohort-based format designed to enhance student support, friendship, and diverse ideas
  • Empowering students through self-respect and personal responsibility
  • Extensive interaction with faculty, advisors, and professional staff at the community college level
  • Real-life experience in a community college level
  • Exposure to additional financial resources and workshops and career exploration