A Better Chance

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436 14th St Ste 1015
Oakland, CA 94612

A Better Chance is a nonprofit organization based in Oakland, CA, dedicated to placing high-performing students of color in top independent and public schools across the nation. With a focus on uncovering talent and unleashing lifelong opportunities, the program has successfully supported 2,000 scholars and their families annually, leveraging $18M in financial aid in 2020.

For over 60 years, A Better Chance has been instrumental in building a diverse leadership pipeline, with 96% of graduating seniors enrolling in college. The organization's alumni, leaders in various sectors, attest to the life-changing impact of the program, emphasizing the transformative educational experiences and opportunities it provides.

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4.05 reviews
Karen C.
12/28/2017

If you want your child to have incredible opportunities in secondary school (my husband and I wish we had had those opportunities) and you have the opportunity to work with A Better Chance, go for...

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Maria H.
12/19/2018

Great organization. I highly recommend getting involved with your child. Worth the time and effort.

Yonas G.
11/9/2021

It is difficult to fathom how they decide to accept or reject an applicant. There's no feedback! Their decision is final. They rejected a student with is a 4.0 GPA (6 consecutive semesters), Boys...

Karla F.
9/25/2013

My son is a Sophomore in college now. So, we are no longer active in ABC. Truth is, we never were terribly active because life just got too hectic. I regret it. ABC is a great organization and...

Leah R.
10/24/2014

If you are thinking about this for your son or daughter, stop thinking and do it. You have nothing to lose and you will gain way more than you suspect. Really, it's that simple. Best decision I...

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