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🎓 Educators and CBO professionals: There's still time to refer high-achieving high school seniors from low-income backgrounds to the National College Match! Learn more about who is a good fit for the Match and refer your students: https://lnkd.in/g2tfDA_9 ✍️ Applications for the National College Match are due September 26, so refer your students as soon as possible to give them ample time to submit a strong application to be considered for a full-four year scholarship to top colleges. The deadline to refer students is Friday, September 20.

We are celebrating Justin Chai who graduated with a B.S. in Engineering and a B.A. in Mathematics at Swarthmore College! 🎉 One of the most significant lessons Justin learned during college was the importance of not comparing yourself to others: “There's always going to be someone better than you at one thing or another, but there's no one else that is exactly you! Be proud of your little wins and give yourself the grace to learn.” After graduation, Justin will be joining a business analyst rotational program to explore sustainable product design and business restructuring. Congrats on graduating, Justin!

Discover National College Match events this week → 💸 How to Earn a Full Ride ‣ A live webinar for high school seniors, families, educators, and community-based organization professionals ‣ Tuesday, September 10, 5:00 p.m. PT / 8:00 p.m. ET ‣ Register: https://lnkd.in/g3hkiFRQ 🏫 Live Q&A for Educators ‣ For high school educators, counselors, and community-based organization professionals ‣ Thursday, September 12, 12:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. ET ‣ Register: https://lnkd.in/g4s5StXS ❓ AskQB Anything ‣ For high school seniors and families ‣ Thursday, September 12, 5:00 p.m. PT / 8:00 p.m. ET ‣ Register: https://lnkd.in/gQR364AD 🔗 Register for and view all upcoming events: https://lnkd.in/gAqZkp8T

“QuestBridge to me is a community around the world of students and alumni who believe in the power of making education more accessible and are stronger together because of their diverse experiences. My Match Scholarship will allow me to attend a highly accredited institution with great education and support so I can better achieve my professional goals as a first-generation low-income student.”  -Jocelyn R., Sterling, VA, University of Virginia ‘28 #matchmonday #dreambig #nationalcollegematch #collegebound #questbridge #college #topcollege #awards #scholarships #fullrides #topuniversities #highachieving #lowincome

"Although I knew that I would receive full financial aid through the National College Match, if I did not get matched, I wanted to be able to apply Early Decision to a school that met 100% financial need. This was my case and I matriculated to Northwestern University through Early Decision. ... I entered college as a pre-med student so I looked for robust Biology programs and schools with many resources for pre-med/pre-health students. I looked for schools that had a medium-sized student body where I felt that I could get better personalized academic advising for being pre-med. Furthermore, I ranked schools that emphasized diversity and inclusion. My high school and community had very few people of Asian ethnicity like me and thus I wanted to go to a school that had diversity as a core value. I wanted to be able to meet a variety of people from all different walks of life and I am very grateful to have found that at Northwestern.” -Yooha P. Indianapolis, IN, Northwestern University ’26 Apply to the National College Match today at https://lnkd.in/gsxH_m_p where you'll have the chance to craft your own rankings list of up to 15 of our college partners!

Discover National College Match events this week → ❓ AskQB Anything ‣ High school seniors and families: Have questions about the National College Match? Get live support from QB Staff. ‣ Thursday, September 5, 3:00 p.m. PT / 6:00 p.m. ET ‣ Register: https://lnkd.in/gcuc6Hgg 🔗 Register for and view all upcoming events: https://lnkd.in/gAqZkp8T

Congratulations to Jeanarry for earning a B.A. in Biology at Macalester College! 🎓 During college, Jeanarry discovered that “outside classroom experience and networking are key to getting further into your field of interest.” After graduating, Jeanarry will pursue a master’s degree of Professional Science in Marine Mammal Science.

Congratulations to Emma for earning a B.A. in Biology and Political Science from Grinnell College! 🎓 During college, Emma discovered the importance of self-belief and exploring the various resources available on campus. “I have learned to never underestimate myself and always try my best to accomplish things that I want, even if my goals seem lofty. I also learned to always take advantage of the resources available to me.” After graduation, Emma will be pursuing a Master of Public Health degree while serving as an Advocacy Program Coordinator at a rare-disease nonprofit in Washington, D.C.

“Before I learned about QuestBridge, I wasn’t entirely sure what college was the best fit for me. I was worried about being able to pay for my tuition and all the other expenses that come with attending university. QuestBridge opened my eyes when I received my first pamphlet. I learned about all the opportunities that the top universities offer without the worry of expenses. I read what made each university unique (academically and geographically). With QuestBridge, I discovered that attending a top university is possible for a high-achieving, first-generation, low-income student. … I would advise high-achieving students not to procrastinate but also to have fun when researching each university.” -Miguel A., Blue Island, IL University of Chicago ‘28 #matchmonday #dreambig #nationalcollegematch #collegebound #questbridge #college #topcollege #awards #scholarships #fullrides #topuniversities #highachieving #lowincome

Through the National College Match, you can rank up to 15 colleges to be “matched”— or admitted early with a full, four-year Match Scholarship — to the college that appears highest on your list that is also able to match with you. Yash reflects on his ranking strategy, “I chose to use all 15 slots. … I applied to my dream schools, competitive schools for my intended major, and one school because of location. I researched each institution with my dad for many hours, looking into their course offerings, faculty expertise, extracurricular opportunities, and the support services available for students. I also considered the overall environment and community of each school, aiming to find places where I felt I could thrive both academically and personally.” -Yash K., Beavercreek, OH, California Institute of Technology ’27 Apply to the National College Match today at apply.questbridge.org where you'll have the chance to craft your own rankings list of up to 15 of our college partners!