WAUKEGAN TO COLLEGE - W2C Scholars and Families
Address
410 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 572-9221
www.waukegantocollege.org/w2c-scholars-families/
Service Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - NOON
Note: During the months of June, July and August office hours are extended on Saturdays: 9 AM - 5 PM
Description:
Offers family-based academic advising to help first-generation college-bound students of Waukegan achieve success. Students as young as fifth grade encouraged to apply. Comprehensive college-readiness services include:
- College Access Program (SAT test prep, and help navigating college applications and financial aid)
- Mentoring (offers one-on-one help navigating college applications and scholarships)
- Reading and Math Enrichment
- College Visits
- Career Exploration Visits
- Tutoring (help with homework)
Eligibility:
Must be a student in the Waukegan Public School District (public or private) in grades 5th - 11th.
Must be a first-generation college student. First-generation meaning the parents of the student did not obtain a bachelor's degree from the United States in a traditional path or completed their higher education outside of the United States.
Must be a family committed to having the student attend a four-year college/university.
Languages:
Spanish
Program Fees:
None
Intake Process:
Visit website to apply.
Applications accepted in Fall and Spring (see website for deadlines).
Candidates will be interviewed.
Documents Required:
- Application
- Student Essay
- Parent Essay
- Most recent grade report or transcript
Contacts
Program Contact Information
Phone Numbers
Primary Program Phone
(224) 572-9221
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
410 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
Mailing
410 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Wishlist:
Computer laptops
Copier
Desktops
Miscellaneous Office Supplies
Printers
Scanner
Non-perishable snacks
Volunteer Opportunities:
1. Tutoring - Work with specific student(s) on subject specific homework and other class materials every Saturday from 9:00 AM - Noon.
2. Read to Achieve Tutor - Read with a student(s) one day a week for 45 minutes on Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursday afternoons and/or evenings.
3. Mentoring - Work with a specific student over the course of their high school and college careers to stay on track with achieving academic and life goals.
4. Other - Grant writing, financial advising for families, computer repair, event organizing, marketing/PR
Contact Name for Volunteer Opportunities: Elyse Danckers at 630-306-5512 or edanckers.w2c@gmail.com
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Date of Official Change:
May 1, 2024
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Geography Served
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Beach Park
- Park City
- Waukegan
- Lake County
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