About the RCAC
What is the Regional College Access Center?
The Regional College Access Center (RCAC) is a partnership between the Metropolitan Education Commission, City of Tucson, Pima County, Tohono
Prepare for college: Increase awareness of college and career preparation opportunities provided by public and private elementary, middle and high schools, colleges, universities, and community programs available throughout Pima County.
Pay for college: Provide information on federal and state financial aid and a listing of scholarships offered by local and national organizations.
Graduate from college: Increase awareness of college and university transition and on-campus support programs designed to help students adjust to the first year in college, receive academic and social support, and guide students toward college graduation.
Develop workforce skills: Facilitate the access to career preparation resources, and promote the development of a highly qualified, diverse workforce.
In service of this mission, members of the RCAC work together to address the barriers related to higher education and workforce development. The College Center serves as a coordinating and referral agency providing information on college and career preparation, financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
Peer College Coach at Your School
Peer Coaches
In partnership with AmeriCorps AZ Serve at Prescott College, the RCAC offers a peer-to-peer College Coaching Program. Seniors from Pima County high schools have the opportunity to help themselves and other students with the college application processes. Seniors agree to become AmeriCorps members and provide 300 hours of community service to their high school over one academic year. They serve as Peer College Coaches and help other seniors in their school with completing admission, financial aid