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Are you a current high school sophomore or junior? Apply to be a part of our Summer Success Program!
Project SOAR’s Summer Success Program is offered to current high school sophomore and juniors who live in HACLA public housing communities. The program is designed to help students prepare for college applications, set personal and professional goals, and learn some key tips and tools for postsecondary success!
We are no longer accepting applications for Summer 2025.
For questions, email us at soarla@socalcan.org
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the program?
Who can apply for the program?
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be a current high school sophomore or junior (Class of 2026 or 2027)
Live in one of the 13 HACLA public housing communities
Should be motivated to explore, learn about, and pursue postsecondary options (4 year colleges, community colleges, vocational and/or technical schools)
MUST commit to attending in-person program activities and workshops from Monday, June 23 to Friday, June 27, 2025 from 10:30am - 4:00pm each day.
what are the benefits of joining the program?
what are the benefits of joining the program?
By joining SOAR's Summer Success Program, participants will have the opportunity to:
Learn about your postsecondary options (4-year colleges, community colleges, vocational and/or technical schools), paying for college, writing college essays, exploring careers, and more!
Get personalized college guidance and support from an academic counselor to explore your options.
Connect with like-minded peers who are also motivated to go to college and live in HACLA public housing across LA County.
Receive a Letter of Recommendation to support your college or scholarship applications.
Enjoy daily incentives, lunch, snacks, and drinks.
Do i have to pay to participate in the program?
Do i have to pay to participate in the program?
There is NO COST to join or participate in SOAR's Summer Success Program. All program activities, meals, and transportation support will be covered by Project SOAR.
what are the program dates?
what are the program dates?
If you are selected for the Summer 2025 program, you must be available to attend the following in-person events:
Monday, June 23, 2025 to Thursday, June 26, 2025 from 10:30am-4pm - Program Activities and Workshops
Friday, June 27, 2025 from 3pm-5pm - Program Culmination Celebration
where does the program take place
where does the program take place
Program activities and workshops will be hosted at different venues located throughout Los Angeles. Specific workshop locations will be shared with participants in advance so they can coordinate transportation or request transportation support from our program.
Do you offer transportation?
Do you offer transportation?
Each summer, we partner with LAPD's Community Safety Partnership program to provide FREE transportation to participants from HACLA housing communities in East and South Los Angeles. Space is limited in the van so please contact us at soarla@socalcan.org if you need a ride!
We are also able to offer a free pass for any bus or Metro train line for the week to assist with transportation.
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