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Welcome Black Scholars!

Our mission is to empower Black students to engage in support services available to make their Río Hondo College journey successful. We seek to provide Black students with a community in which they can excel both academically and professionally.

Summer Office Hours:

  • Monday through Thursday: 8:30am to 5:00pm
  • Friday: 8:00am to 2:00pm

Services Provided

One-on-one support with:

  • Financial Aid Application
  • Scholarship Applications
  • Río Hondo College Registration
  • Admissions Process
  • Río Promise (2-years Free Tuition)
  • HBCU Transfer Assistance

Access to:

  • Black Scholars Resource Center
  • Textbook & Basic Needs Vouchers
  • Meal Vouchers
  • Dedicated Counselor
  • Success Coach
  • Mental Health Support Group: Black Minds Matter

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