ASPIRE Volunteer Program

Description

Administered by the Oregon Student Assistance Commission, ASPIRE (Access to Student assistance Programs In Reach of Everyone) is Oregon's official mentoring program to help students access education and training beyond high school. Students receive information about college options, admission, and financial aid from trained and supportive, ASPIRE volunteer mentors who work one-on-one with them throughout the year. Beginning with just four pilot schools in 1998, ASPIRE has expanded to 115 sites across Oregon. ASPIRE serves students by:

• Helping high schools build a sustainable community of volunteer advisors
• Educating students and families about the scholarship application process and other options for paying for postsecondary education
• Providing advising, resources, and encouragement to help students access education and training beyond high school