Rainier Scholars
2100 24th Ave South
Suite 360
Seattle
WA
98144
United States
(204) 407-2146
Contact Name:
Derek Rogers
Contact Email:
Program Description:
Each spring, we invite 60-65 promising students of color to embark on an 12-year, life-changing journey. It demands hard work and commitment. In exchange, it offers invaluable opportunity. The 12-year program model is divided in four distinct phases - Academic Enrichment, Academic Counseling and Support, Leadership Development and College Support.
Our program combines rigorous academics and leadership development with personalized support for scholars and families from 5th grade through college graduation. We are committed to eliminating barriers to educational opportunities and growing new generations of diverse college graduates, career professionals and community leaders.
Established:
2002
Funding:
Private Donations
Mission Statement:
Rainier Scholars cultivates the academic potential and leadership skills of hard-working, low-income students of color. By creating access to transformative educational opportunities and providing comprehensive support to scholars and families, we increase college graduation rates and empower new generations of leaders.
Objectives:
Eliminating barriers to educational opportunities and growing new generations of diverse college graduates, career professionals and community leaders.
Specialty:
Comprehensive academic and college preparation
Academic Prep:
Yes
College and Postsecondary Planning:
Yes
Elementary (K-5):
Yes
Middle School (6-8):
Yes
High School (9-12):
Yes
Evening:
Yes
Weekdays:
Yes
Income Based:
Yes
Residency Based:
Yes
Other Requirements :
About 70% of our students are placed into private and independent schools.
Male:
44%
Female:
56%
First Generation:
90%
Two Year:
1%
Four Year:
99%
Hispanic/Latino (including Spain):
27%
American Indian or Alaska Native:
2%
Black or African American:
49%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander:
22%