Given the widening gap in earnings prospects between those with and without a college education, the stakes have never been higher for young people deciding whether to attend college. However, large gaps remain in college enrollment between high and low-income youth, even when youth emerge from high school with similar test scores and grades. One reason may be the complicated process of applying for college and qualifying for financial aid. The C.O.A.C.H. Project, a new initiative of the Kennedy School of Government , seeks to close this gap. Although not all youth will decide to enroll in college, the program's goal is to ensure that all students learn about the significant amount of financial aid that is often available before they make that decision.
Coaches receive a stipend and extensive training.
We are currently recuriting Coaches for Fall 2000 .