• College Selection : I can help you explore different colleges and universities based on your interests, academic goals, and personal preferences.  I can provide information about various institutions, including admission requirements, campus culture, majors and programs offered, and financial aid options.

• Application assistance: I can guide you through the entire application process. I can help you understand the application requirements, deadlines, and necessary documentation.  Along with assisting with completing application forms, writing college essays, and preparing resumes or portfolios.

• Financial aid and scholarships: I can offer guidance on financial aid options, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs. I can help you understand the application process for financial aid, complete the necessary forms (such as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid - FAFSA, Tap or Dream Act), and explore scholarship opportunities.

• Career exploration: I can help you explore different career paths and majors that align with your interests, strengths, and goals. I can provide resources and assessments to help you identify potential career options and discuss the academic programs and majors that may lead to those careers.

• College visits and interviews: I can assist in arranging college visits, both in-person and virtual, to help you get a better sense of the campus environment and academic offerings. I can also provide guidance on interview preparation, including mock interviews to help you feel more comfortable and confident.

• Academic planning: I can help you create a personalized academic plan to ensure you meet your graduation requirements and make progress toward your career goals. I can assist with course selection, scheduling, and navigating any academic challenges or changes.

MY BIO

Hello students! My name is Mahim Rahaman, I am a College and Career Bridge Coach, and I am here to assist you in establishing and implementing your post-secondary goals through my expertise, experience, and training. Having been through the college process myself, I understand how daunting it can be, and as a bridge coach, my job is to make that process easier for you. In order to achieve this goal, I will be here to help you with the application process, help you fill out the necessary paperwork, answer any questions, assist you in figuring out what to expect in college, and overall be your support system as you take the first step on your path to college. By the end of our time, I will ensure that you are confident about your post secondary plans and on track for success. 

Email: Mahim.Rahaman@Bridge.cuny.edu

Phone: (917) 994-9477

Instagram: @Mahimbridgecoach

Calendly: https://calendly.com/mahimr-coachbridge

The College and Career Bridge for All program is an initiative designed to provide support and resources to students, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds, to help them successfully transition from high school to college and pursue rewarding careers. The program aims to address the barriers that students often face in accessing higher education and career opportunities.

Since our founding in 2016, College & Career Bridge for All has supported more than 100,000 students to enroll in college and has employed more than 500 college students as Coaches who have collectively earned more than $3 million in wages. These students have gone on to succeed in college and return to College & Career Bridge for All as Coaches. For many Coaches, this experience has launched careers in education as college persistence counselors, classroom teachers, and full-time college and career advisors.

We are the largest near-peer mentor matriculation program in the country, serving more than 50,000 graduates annually. Our work has a demonstrable impact in supporting students to enroll in college: students who engaged with their coach enrolled in Fall 2022 at a rate 9 percentage points higher than students who did not; in our Spring 2021 Winter Bridge program, it was 18 percentage points higher.

Most importantly, our impact is greatest on students who have been historically underrepresented in college. Students who connected with their Bridge Coach were disproportionately community college bound, Hispanic or Latinx, and graduates of high schools with low postsecondary enrollment rates. Analysis has shown that our impact is strongest for many traditionally marginalized students students: low-income, Spanish-speaking, Hispanic or Latinx, and Black students who had coach support were more likely to enroll than their peers without Coach support (Impact Assessment).

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