RISE
About Us
Experience The Cal Poly Pomona Community with RISE!
Historically, underserved and under-represented students experience a host of challenges, such as insufficient academic readiness, limited opportunities to engage with college campuses, and often lack strong supportive networks. Established at Cal Poly Pomona in 2013, RISE (Residential Intensive Summer Education) is a FREE, immersive pre-enrollment summer program that supports and guides high school students as well as incoming first time freshmen through the college application and transition process.
Participants in RISE are introduced to a supportive community focused on career development, personal growth, academic preparedness, and community building with an emphasis on Black student success.
RISE offers a unique opportunity for participants to:
- Explore majors and careers at Cal Poly Pomona (CPP)
- Meet current students, faculty, staff, and alumni
- Experience CPP’s campus culture
- Gain the knowledge necessary for a successful college journey
- And more!
We are currently in the process of finalizing details for the 2025 RISE Program. Please return to this page in February 2025 for details on participating in the 2025 cohort!
We Achieve Our Goals By
- Providing summer and academic year programs.
- Connecting students with key campus personnel that will assist them as they navigate Cal Poly Pomona.
- Celebrating their academic, personal and community achievements.
- Connecting students with Black related resources, opportunities, faculty, staff, and communities on campus.
Workshops and Activities
- Campus resources
- Financing a college education
- Leadership development
- Navigating the college experience for success
- Networking and mentorship with current faculty, staff and students
- Community development
Academic Year Success
RISE continues to help students by providing tutoring sessions and mentorships!