County boasts one of the finest public school systems in the nation, yet some students never go to college, and many who do never graduate. Of Maryland’s high school Class of 2018, 80% of graduates who began working full-time earn below a livable wage. CollegeTracks believes in access to higher education for all so that every student can build a just and prosperous future. It helps students articulate their goals through career advising and navigate the daunting tasks of choosing the right schools, preparing for standardized tests, applying for college, and negotiating financial aid packages. Last year, 99% of CollegeTracks seniors were accepted to college or vocational school, 50% to four-year colleges. Providing personal and academic support throughout the college years helps students persist at rates equal to their more affluent peers (and better than the national average).

Headquarters: MD-Montgomery County

Where They Operate: MD-Montgomery County; CollegeTracks works with Wheaton HS, Bethesda-Chevy Chase HS and Watkins Mill HS students.

Age Groups Served: Pre-teen/teen (12-17)

Ethnic Groups Served: African American; Asian American; Caucasian; Latino/Hispanic; Other

Population(s) Served: Students; Low- to Moderate-Income Community Members

Schools They Work In: Wheaton HS, Bethesda-Chevy Chase HS and Watkins Mill HS

Awards & Recognition

2015-White House Bright Spot Award for Educational Excellence in Service to the Hispanic Community
2015-Nonprofit of the Year Award from Montgomery County, MD, Department of Economic Development
2010 College Access Executive Leadership Award from the National College Access Network - October 2010
Received a 12th Annual Distinguished Service to Public Education Award from the Montgomery County Public Schools Board of Education - October 2008

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Budget (FY2026)

  • $3 million or higher
  • The current budget for CollegeTracks is: $1 million to $3 million
  • $500k to $1 million
  • Less than $500k

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