COLLEGE SUCCESS

Cristo Rey graduates are going to college!

The Office of College Success works with students and their families throughout all four years of Cristo Rey. Many of our students are the first in their families to attend college, therefore we coach both parents and students on the college application process and the college experience.

Our counselors work with students to identify colleges that match their interests and strengths. College counselors offer guidance on college planning, the college application process, standardized tests, financial aid, scholarships, and summer enrichment programs.

College Success Services

Individualized Plans

Students are involved in an intensive college success process. Our team helps students walk through every step of the way.

Searching for schools that fit best your interests
Applications to college, financial aid, and scholarship
Understanding the finances: FAFSA and scholarship opportunities
Personalized counseling

Students are never left to figure it out on their own as they connect regularly with counselors who inform them on their next steps.

College Visits

College visits happen throughout the school year. College admissions representatives from all types of schools visit Cristo Rey multiple times a week for students to meet and ask questions.

In 2023, student groups visited:

University of Minnesota, Duluth
St. Johns University & the College of St. Benedict
Macalester College
Carleton College
St. Olaf College
St. Thomas University
St. Catherine University
St. Mary's University (Winona)
The Historically Black University Fair

College Success Team

Students can schedule individual meetings throughout the school year to discuss the importance of college enrollment and college readiness. Counselors provide guidance in identifying a variety of colleges that match the strengths and interest of the student.