ABE to College and Careers Program
This free comprehensive program is a bridge to higher education for people in Hampden and Hampshire Counties. We conduct extensive outreach and recruitment with regional Adult Basic Education organizations, community-based organizations and social services agencies.
The Class Provides:
- A supportive community learning environment
- A qualified instructor
- Extensive mentoring/tutoring
- Instructions in Math and Reading and Writing
- Computer skills and study strategies
- Weekly guest speakers
- Access to HCC resources
- Assistance with financial aid and admissions applications
- Free bus passes
- Counseling/Advising in English and Spanish
Our Primary Target Populations Are:
- People who feel academically or otherwise unprepared for college
- First-generation college students
- Low-income people from all backgrounds
- Puerto Ricans and other Latino communities
- Immigrants from all countries
- High-level English Language Learners
- Individuals who are at least 18 years old, have earned a high school diploma more than four years ago or who have a GED are encouraged to apply
Contact Us: Phone: (413)552-2852 |
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 Elia Dreyfus Coordinator |
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Testimonials
"This has been an amazing experience. I never would have imagined how lucky we are to have this program where we live. The ABE/ College Transition Program is the best thing a person who is an ESL student or adult returning to college can do. It is a blessing and I will forever be grateful to HCC and CEP for their generosity in offering this course free of charge."
~Esther Hermele '07
"I found the ABE/College Transition Program enlightening and informative. Without this program I probably wouldn't have considered going back to school. I felt too intimidated and frustrated. Thank you to the staff of the program for all of your support.
~Betty Vasquez '07