We guide our High Schools Students (Grades 9 -12) and their families through every step of the college application process. In this program, we provide each student with the individual attention to ensure academic success, high school graduation, and college acceptance and enrollment.
At BLCI, high school students take the final steps on the path to college – and live the dream that began in 3rd grade.
Tutoring
Tutors provide daily, individual assistance with homework and projects, and help students with essay revision for scholarships and applications.
Advising
We meet with students and their families to ensure that students are completing the A-G requirements of high school graduation and college acceptance.
STEPS TO SUCCESS Workshops
Through discussion, hands-on activities, and presentations from local groups, students gather the information to make informed decisions about college.
Students strengthen skills for academic and personal success, college exploration, and financial literacy and life skills for independent adulthood.
College Knowledge“Gear Up for College” Retreat
Incoming BLCI freshmen spend a weekend at Calicinto Ranch, learning about the expectations of a high school college-prep curriculum. Students take part in team building, leadership, and reflection activities to prepare for the challenges ahead.
Campus Exploration
Students and families take campus tours and participate in university events with volunteer college undergrads.
- UNDERCLASSMEN take at least four trips to local colleges each year, usually on the weekends and during summer and school vacation.
- JUNIORS visit a group of California universities during their spring break. Through informational sessions, tours of residential halls and academic facilities, and meals with BLCI alumni and university contacts, students gain a thorough understanding of college life.
- SENIORS take individual or small group trips with our staff to make final decisions about college.
SAT Prep
Through our partnership with the Princeton Review, juniors take an intensive SAT prep course to strengthen academic skills, learn test-taking strategies, and build up their confidence. BLCI also provides assistance with SAT II and ACT registration.
Community Service
BLCI students discover new gifts, work together to give back to their community, and strengthen their high school resume for college applications.
Career Planning
Through partnerships with local businesses, we help students find quality internships, job shadowing opportunities, and career exploration programs.
College Selection
BLCI works with students and their families to research and apply to colleges during junior and senior year. We guide each family through the stages of application, acceptance, and enrollment.
Financial Aid Assistance
BLCI students work for the education they deserve, regardless of the price tag. We help each senior and their family complete the FAFSA and financial aid forms, and meet with families to review financial aid awards and packages.
Scholarships
We work closely with students to ensure that they take full advantage of available scholarship and award opportunities.