“Having someone teach me how to apply and get into college opened up a lot of possibilities that I didn't realize I had. I'm so grateful to how receptive my advisors were, because they were always so kind and helpful in response to my concerns.” We’re so proud of you, Emily!🥳

“Growing up as a low-income student in a small town, I wasn’t aware of the opportunities for me. I can confidently say CollegePoint was one of my most vital assets in the college process and in my Early Decision acceptance to Columbia University.” Go, Callie! We’re happy for you!

“CollegePoint advisors can do many things for you. Because of my advisor's help, I was able to have that moment in so many college decisions reaction videos when an applicant gets into their dream college.” Congrats, Shylyne! We’re honored to be part of this well-deserved moment!

“Not having to worry about paying for college is amazing, but more than that, going to college will allow me to represent my family, heritage, and hometown. Being able to attend college has changed my life in the best way.” Woo, Zoie! What are you excited about for college? 🎓

Expanding access to higher education is critical to building a more equitable country. Our 2021 Annual Report details progress by CollegePoint and American Talent Initiative, our programs working to increase college access and help lower income students succeed. bloombg.org/3LPtQTC

By increasing college access for lower-income students, we’re creating a stronger and more equitable future for all. Read Bloomberg Philanthropies’s 2021 Annual Report to learn about our programs and initiatives dedicated to making higher education accessible. bloombg.org/3LPtQTC

“My CollegePoint Advisor helped with the college search, application, financial aid, and scholarship search. I am so grateful for this amazing program and what it has done for me!” Yay, Chandni! We are so honored to have been such an amazing resource for you! 🥳🙌

Although supplemental essays can shock you, our virtual advisors are here to help. Not only can these essays further demonstrate your interest in a school, but they give you a great opportunity to express other parts of yourself you may not have covered in your main application.

“Being able to attend has changed my life, as I have the ability to be supported financially, and have a sense of stability in my life for one of the first times.” Congratulations, Debra! We are SO happy for you! 🥳 #collegebound #usc #classof2026

“When I stumbled across an email from CollegeBoard about both Collegepoint and UStrive, I immediately took the opportunity. Thank God that I did. Going to college is something that’s real for me now. It’s scary, but real!” We’re thrilled for your success, Makayla! 🎉💙

This is largely because many first-gen students don’t know about the resources available on campus. Although our virtual advisors can’t be there through your entire college career, we’re eager to equip you with the knowledge you’ll need to start your journey successfully! 🙌

🎉🙌 It’s important to celebrate regardless! Our virtual advisors are eager to assist you with navigating your financial aid packages, helping you look for scholarships, and weigh out your options. We also wanted an excuse to post Timothèe Chalamet 😉.

Our CollegePoint program is doubling down on helping high-achieving, lower-income students access great colleges across the country. Program Lead Nick A Watson shares why it's important to provide these students with free advising to help them apply to their dream schools:

50% of qualified, low-income students in the U.S. aren’t applying to college. Our virtual CollegePoint advising program is working to improve that statistic. From building a college list to navigating financial aid, Nick A Watson shares how this program is making an impact.

We’ve all been there 🥲. Get help at collegepoint.info/sign-up!

In addition to filling out your college applications, you’ll need to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form in order to qualify for financial aid at the schools you’re applying to. And PS: The FAFSA application is OPEN NOW!

Here are 3 tips to make your college experience a little less spooky! 🧟‍♀️ #college #advice #Halloween

They’re not kidding!! 😂🎉 Way to go, Zoie! We can’t wait to see all you accomplish at Columbia University!

Many talented lower-income, first-gen students lack access to our nation’s best colleges. Our CollegePoint initiative, in partnership w/ @MatriculateOrg, provides these students with free, virtual near-peer guidance to apply to & attend top universities: bloombg.org/3Rkv7G0

We’re glad to support the CUNY College & Career Advising Fellows, a program from The City University of New York and NYC Public Schools that provides NYC public school students with advisers – recent CUNY grads – to help them navigate the college and career planning process: bloombg.org/3Hngnl3