Bridges to Community’s Scholarship Program to help motivated young adults from our partner communities access higher education and build stable career pathways. In the San Juan province, many students face significant barriers to college, especially high transportation costs, limited academic guidance, and the need to support their families financially.

While some public universities offer low cost or free tuition, students from rural areas often cannot afford daily travel. Many reduce their course loads to just one or two days a week, delaying graduation and increasing dropout risk. Others are forced to leave school entirely to work on family farms. At the same time, a lack of career counseling and mentorship leaves many students without clear direction, leading to oversaturated career choices or programs that require long distance travel. 

The Scholarship Program removes these barriers by covering the full cost of education and providing wraparound support. Scholars receive career counseling, academic monitoring, tutoring, and mentorship to help them graduate on time and transition into meaningful employment while staying connected to their communities.

What this program provides

• Full scholarships for 4 year degrees or certifications

• Coverage of all education related costs, including transportation, tuition and enrollment fees, school materials, laptops, food stipends, and graduation costs

• Career counseling and guidance on school and degree selection

• Academic monitoring, tutoring, and ongoing mentorship

• Opportunities to engage in Bridges to Community initiatives and community service