Latino College Access Program
The Latino College Access Program is an initiative of Centro Campesino.. LCAP's goal is to increase and provide college information, assistance, guidance and support for Latino students and their parents in southern Minnesota. Our vision is that all Latino students will have access to information and guidance about college -helping them to continue with their higher education goals.
What does the program do?
We have advisors that help students with their college related questions and concerns. They offer a series of educational workshops for students covering different topics related to college. These workshops take place after school or on the weekends. The program also organizes college trips around the state.
Who can join the program?
The program is open to all Latino high school students 9-12 in Owatonna, Waseca, Austin, Faribault, Albert Lea and Northfield.
How can I join the program?
You need to fill out a program application. Once you do this you need to mail it to us and we will contact you. You can also ask in your school for an application or you can download the form online or give us a call.
Individual Guidance: We will help you and your parents prepare an individualized plan to go to college. Our advisors will always be available to help you before you apply to college and for the rest of your college career.
Educational Workshops Include:
•College 101
•Financial aid
•Scholarship Applications
•Career Exploration
•College Applications
•Financial Literacy
•ACT Preparation
***The LCAP is possible thanks to the contribution of Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation and United Way.***
ACT REVIEW SESSIONS
Centro Campesino Offices in Owatonna
The Latino College Access Program (LCAP) will be conducting an ACT Review Session for High School Juniors and Seniors that are preparing to take the ACT college entrance exam. If you are planning to go to a 4-year university, you may need to take the ACT. Don’t be unprepared!
Material covered: Thursday the 28th English/Reading - Friday the 29th Math/Science
Transportation can be provided upon request. Please let us know ahead of time if you will need transportation so that we can make the proper arrangements. Snacks will be provided!
For more information contact: Jesus or Ramiro at 507-446-9599
jesus@centrocampesino.net / ramiro@centrocampesino.net
***To see a higher resolution image of this flyer click on the "attachment" below***
The Admissions Application
Below is a list of Minnesota colleges and universities that accept the Common Application when you apply for admissions. If you are planning to apply to more than one of these schools I would suggest to apply using the common application.
Minnesota College And Universities
Augsburg College
Carleton College
College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University
Admissions Application Fee Waiver Request Form!!!
Several of you have expressed concern about paying $25 every time you send in an admissions application. If you're applying to one school it might not be so bad. But if you're applying for more than one school it gets a little expensive. Why pay admission application fees when you don't have to?
Accuplacer and ACT Study Guides and Other Resources!
I've compiled a list of websites that can help you prepare for taking the Accuplacer test and ACT. It is important that you prepare diligently for both tests.
Accuplacer:
Resource Guide for Undocumented Students
Here are some links to online information and resources that might come in handy for undocumented students. There is a wealth of information and help out there. Please exhaust every opportunity and possibility in your quest for college admission. Your success depends on you! Good luck!
College Admission for Undocumented Students:
Navigate
MN Office of Higher Education
Scholarships for Latinos
Here are some websites that contain information for Latino scholarships. Scholarship amounts, qualifications and deadlines vary. Please go to the website of the organization that sponsors the scholarship to find the most up to date and accurate information. General sites do not always contain accurate details of the scholarship, especially the deadlines for application submission. To download a word file with this information, see "attachments" to this post at the bottom of the page.
Program Application and Info:
Download the program application here along with our Brochure:
