Founded in 1984, Oliver Scholars prepares high-achieving Black and Latinx students from underserved New York City communities for success at top independent high schools and prestigious colleges. We provide crucial support for both the scholars and their families so they can realize their full potential and ultimately give back to the city, the nation, and the world. Specifically, we: -Provide skills, strategies, and resources for students to navigate the independent school admissions process, including the SSAT exam. -Prepare scholars for high school by equipping them with the academic and social tools that ensure success in independent school environments. -Foster a sense of community among cohorts with leadership activities, community building, and service projects. -Provide guidance and support to scholars in high school and college. We are distinctive among access programs for our commitment to providing transition support for the whole family, developing students’ social-emotional skills, and instilling an ethos of giving back. The Oliver experience includes up to 10 years of one-on-one support, after-school and summer coursework, and pre-career training.