The Manchester College Achievement Program (C.A.P.) is designed to assist first generation (those whose parents or guardians didn't attend college), college-bound high school juniors and seniors in preparing for and succeeding in college. The Outreach Coordinator assists students one-on-one and through workshops and events. Manchester C.A.P. participants attend workshops on the following:

-The College Selection Process

-The Application Process

-Paying for College

-Academic Choices

-Extracurricular Choices

-Culture Clash

Manchester C.A.P. participants have opportunities to participate in on-campus events, including a three-day "College 101" event the summer before their first semester of college. The "College 101" event includes in-depth workshops that help first generation students apply some of the concepts they learned in C.A.P. to their role as college students. Additionally, "College 101" programming includes academic success workshops , study skills and cultural identity workshops to help first generation students transition into college life smoothly.

First Generation Student Mentors assist Manchester C.A.P. participants in meeting their goals and understanding the college transition process through one-on-one assistance and participation at events.

If you have additional questions about the program, please contact the Outreach Coordinator.