Pre-College Programs | Center for Academic Retention & Enhancement

Pre-College Programs

CARE seeks to prepare potential first-generation college and other underrepresented students for admission and enrollment into higher education. Our pre-collegiate programs are designed to develop students' skills in core academic areas while preparing them for college life.

CARE Freedom school

CARE Freedom School is a reading enrichment program that supports K-6 grade students in enhancing their reading skills during the summer. The program also includes field trips and family engagement.

upward Bound Classic

Upward Bound Program enriches highs school students educational experience through academic instruction, counseling, tutoring and a variety of fun and educational activities.

summer Seminoles Program

Summer Seminoles Program is an immersive one-week residential institute focused on college preparation and social engagement to realize possibilities that exist at Florida State University.

upward Bound Math & Science

Upward Bound Math & Science Program exists to expand and enrich students' learning related to math and science. Additionally, the program prepares students to pursue college degrees.

Other pre-collegiate programs that have a similar mission of promoting access for underrepresented students that are operated by other FSU departments include the College Reach Out Program and Educational Talent Search. For more information on CROP or Talent Search, please contact Sheila Labissiere (slabissiere@fsu.edu). Additionally, the Office of Admissions operates the High School Partners Program to promote college enrollment from select counties.

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