Equity Through Education
Turning Dreams Into Degrees
Congratulations, Class of 2025!
Reaching Impact through Student Excellence
As the school year closes, we are thrilled to celebrate another incredible year at College Bound AZ. Our students have soared to new heights, and their success is a testament to their dedication, the commitment of our team, and the unwavering support from our community partners.
This year, 206 graduating high school seniors have been accepted into 34 different postsecondary institutions across the country. From major universities to specialized trade schools, our students are taking bold steps toward bright futures.
See our 2025 Graduation slide show here.
BY THE NUMBERS
2025 Achievements
College Acceptances:
- 32% of our seniors have been accepted to top universities, with a majority attending ASU.
- 68% will attend community colleges.
- Others are headed to out-of-state institutions in Utah, Colorado, Iowa, Alabama, and the military.
Scholarships & Aid Awarded:
- Laptop Scholarships: 22 students received laptops to support their studies.
- College Bound AZ Scholarships: 21 students received tuition-assistance awards.
- FAFSA/Pell Grants and Scholarships: Students received over $7.0 million in financial awards.
All of our scholarships are listed on our website. Because of the commitment to education shown by our supporters, we are able to offer scholarships for STEM, disability, community service, the trades, and others. We couldn’t be more grateful!
Popular Majors Among Our Students:
Health Science
Nursing
Computer Science
Cyber Security
Criminal Justice
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
“I never thought college was possible for me. Now I have an opportunity to go to college, and it’s a new path. I’m going to Grand Canyon University to study psychology. And I have my parents’ support too. I have a vision of where to go to be successful. I’m so very happy and excited!
— Naraly Godoy, Class of 2025
QUOTES TO INSPIRE OUR GRADUATES
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.”
— Henry David Thoreau
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”
— Eleanor Roosevelt
“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.”
— Zig Ziglar
OUR COMMUNITY IMPACT
Since 2010, we have:
- Served 2,390 students with college advising and support services
- Provided 32,012 hours of mentoring
- Coordinated $48.8 million in financial awards
- Provided 16,046 meals through our Fueling Minds with Heart food pantry program
Together, we are not just sending students to college—we are transforming lives.
LOOKING AHEAD
We are looking forward to welcoming the Class of 2026! We are more energized than ever to continue guiding first-generation and underrepresented students to and through college.
With new programming and expanded scholarships, we are planting the seeds that will grow for generations.
But we can’t do it alone.
None of this would be possible without:
- The generous support of our local community
- The inspiring resilience and determination of our students
- The passion and commitment of our College Bound AZ team
- And the invaluable partnership of EVIT, whose support continues to uplift and empower our students through career and technical education
Together, we are not just sending students to college—we are transforming lives.
SAVE THE DATE!
Hoops of Hope Gala, October 18, 2025. More details coming soon!
THANK YOU!
College Bound AZ is a 501c3 community resource that goes on the journey to college with aspiring underrepresented students with scholarships, guidance, and education supports for their advancement to a better future through education.
