2011 College Prep Scholar Profile

In 2011, 1,972 students were selected as College Prep Scholars. Aggregate statistics cannot begin to capture the range of skills, talent, personality, or achievement of the College Prep Scholarship recipients; however, an overview of the academic achievement and ethnic diversity of this group is noteworthy.

Of the 1,972 College Prep Scholars:

• 71% were among the first generation in their family to attend college.
• 22% were 1st in their class.
• 75% were in the top 5% of their class.

PSAT Score (CR + M)

• 4% scored above 150.
• 18% scored above 140.
• 39% scored above 130.
• 65% scored above 120.

Income

• 23% had family income less than $20,000.
• 65% had family income less than $40,000.
• 94% had family income less than $60,000.

Ethnicity/Heritage

Geographic Distribution