Who We Are

Vision: Every child shall have access to higher education, not limited by culture or status, resulting in a thriving community and a better world.

 

BLCI has created a college readiness model that has positive, proven outcomes in enrolling students in college and helping them be successful while there. To date, 100% of BLCI students enroll in college. A statistic like that is almost impossible to achieve given the social and economic resources impacting our students and their communities. 

The Need for BLCI

Low educational attainment in the neighborhoods BLCI works in has directly led to high poverty rates. Students in these neighborhoods are at-risk of failing to successfully transition into adulthood and become financially independent. BLCI works to reshape the very fabric of these communities as students graduate with Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, and promote these outcomes in their communities.

The Challenge

Low educational attainment in the neighborhoods BLCI works in has directly led to high poverty rates. Students in these neighborhoods are at-risk of failing to successfully transition into adulthood and become financially independent. BLCI works to reshape the very fabric of these communities as students graduate with Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, and promote these outcomes in their communities.

38% = Adults age 25 and older in the Barrio Logan community with a high school diploma. 

3% = Adults age 25 and older in the Barrio Logan community with a bachelor’s degree.

$25,000 =  The average annual household income for a family of four in Barrio Logan.

393 to 1 = The average student to counselor ratio at local high schools. Most guidance counselors are overwhelmed with administrative and disciplinary responsibilities and are not properly trained in college admissions.

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Enrolled in College
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Graduate High School
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Students Served
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College Retention

Our Impact

Our programs begin in the 3rd grade and continue through college. Programs are offered Monday through Thursday, 3:30 pm and end at 8:00 pm. We offer academic support, emotional intelligence building, and college and career exploration. 

100% of graduating seniors enrolled in college

85% of college graduates employed

3.8 average high school graduate GPA

1 to 1 = Tutor to participant ratio

Our Core Values

Barrio Logan College Institute values our relationships with the students we serve, staff, parents and our communities.  It is important to us, that everyone associated with BLCI, has the best opportunities in life. We cannot do what we do, alone!

Family First

We truly care about the students we and their families as we provide a safe environment with a culture of trust and respect. We expect that everyone within the BLCI family will be dedicated to our mission of providing our families with the necessary tools to ensure their success. Success for one is success for all.

Excellence

We strive to create and maintain the highest quality services for our families, supporters, and partners. We challenge our youth to transform their lives and be the best they can be.

Respect

We treat each person with dignity regardless of difference of opinions or backgrounds, and we guide our participants to do the same. We work with partners and supporters who respect the families we serve.

Advocacy

We believe all students have the right to go to College. Education provides individuals with the knowledge, opportunities, and skills to become full and active participants in society. We guide, inspire, and empower the students we serve and their families to become agents of change and advocates for others.

Creativity

We focus on possibilities, not limitations. Our After School programs are designed to encourage our participants to create their own future.

Want to get involved?

Volunteer

Want to make a difference in a child’s life? Become a tutor, mentor or speaker for our youth, families and staff. Making a difference is easier than you think!

Share Your Services

We are looking for professionals like you! Assist BLCI staff with curriculum development, research, administrative work or building maintenance.

Give a Gift

No donation is too small or too big.  All donations go directly to supporting students get through to College. Your generosity ensures our success!

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