College Access Programs
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)
AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing students for college readiness and success in a global society. Humboldt’s AVID program is aimed at students in the academic middle and accepts applications from all students.
Lauren Rekonen, Humboldt AVID Site Coordinator
Phone: 651-744-5611
E-mail: lauren.rekonen@spps.org
Learn more about AVID at www.avid.org
College Possible
College Possible Minnesota is coaching low-income students to and through college. Dedicated AmeriCorps members serve as guides, coaching students on their path to college graduation.
651-917-3525
TRIO – Educational Talent Search
OLAF TRIO EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH (ETS) is a college preparatory program funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s TRIO Programs with St. Olaf College sponsorship. The goal of ETS is to increase the likelihood that participants learn about careers, college and financial aid, complete high school, and gain admission to and ultimately graduate from postsecondary programs.
507-786-3780
Heidi O'Hair ohair@stolaf.edu
Anna Schmid schmid22@stolaf.edu
Aye Bra Tha tha@stolaf.edu
TRIO - Upward Bound
TRIO Upward Bound is a federally-funded TRIO program designed to help high school students get to college by providing academic and personal support and guidance. St. Olaf College Upward Bound students are from families below 150% of poverty and would be the first generation in their family to attend college.
507-786-2222