PASADENA, Calif.–Wescom Credit Union said it is partnering with Sylvan Learning Centers throughout Southern California to provide scholarships to college-bound students as part of its ongoing #WescomKindness initiative for the third consecutive year.
“We started this scholarship program in 2020 when remote learning became the norm. Students are still facing widespread learning-related challenges as a result of COVID-19’s ongoing presence and we want to help by providing extra tutoring, ensuring they are sufficiently prepared when they go off to college,” stated SVP-Administratin Melissa Pederson. “Working with Sylvan, we can make a difference and continue our commitment to helping Southern Californians build better lives.”
Wescom said it will provide $28,000 in funds to support college-bound students via tutoring scholarships fulfilled by Sylvan Learning Centers across Southern California counties, including Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside.
Seventeen Sylvan Learning Centers will participate, awarding college preparation services such as college essay assistance, coaching through the college admissions process, SAT and ACT prep, and tutoring for AP and other academic classes. The scholarships will benefit approximately 20 deserving juniors and seniors attending local public high schools.
In addition to the scholarships, Wescom said it created an online resource dedicated to providing college-bound students and their families with practical information, such as decoding financial aid terms and outlining the different ways to pay for college.
Because of the enormous expense that can be associated with attending college, Wescom said it encourages students and their families to first explore and research all available scholarships, grants, and federal financial aid before taking out private loans.