OUR IMPACT

After receiving their family reports and participating in the workshop, the majority of parents felt their children had more financial options for college.

After participating in this program, nearly 70% of parents felt their students had different college options than previously expected.

Nearly 80% of parents rated the program "Very Helpful" in understanding their family’s situation when it comes to paying for college.

When asked if parents thought the service should be continued for the benefit of others in their communities, 100 % replied yes.

"You gave me hope. It is an overwhelming process in all aspects but the financial burden is the most stressful. There is a college out there for my child and you have reinforced that in my mind and heart." Parent who participated in NCCC workshop.

At its core, our focus is on reaching as many students and families as possible across the socioeconomic spectrum, particularly at the lower end, with the message that college can be affordable and accessible. We do this by empowering them with the necessary information and connecting them with the resources they need to take the next steps.

The National Center for College Costs includes a robust evaluation component in nearly all that we do, and we routinely collect feedback from students, parents and educators. Learn how we assess our impact, and what parents, students, educators and foundations have to say when asked about the impact of our programs.