FAQs

How do I know this course will work for my student?
This course was designed with the 6 efficient learning strategies in mind; spaced practice, retrieval practice, elaboration, concrete examples, dual coding and interweaving. These techniques increase the likelihood your student(s) will receive the information in the way they learn best, and no matter where they are in their college and career prep journey.

How long does access last?
Access to the POD generally lasts 1 year from the date of purchase.

Is there a money back guarantee?
Yes! For individual purchases, if you’re unhappy with the course for any reason, just email us within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. While we wholeheartedly believe in this course, we also know that you cannot be 100% certain that it is right for you. If you sign up now, you can watch Module 1 and go through the beginning of the process for 14 days. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, just let us know and we will give you a complete refund.

How long will this course take to complete?
We didn’t design this course to be something you take once and never come back to. We created it as a resource you can come back to over and over again as you progress through different stages of your college and career prep journey.

Do you offer bulk purchase discounts?
Yes. Please click here to fill out a quick form to fill out a quick form for your discount offer.

Can we transfer access from one student to another?
No. Each user will have their own unique access.

Can we roll over access if it’s unused from 1 year to the next?
No.

Will this course be available in languages other than English?
Yes! Closed captions are available to view the course content in Spanish.

What is the best way to roll out this course?
We designed this course to put the power in your hands. Students can self-pace with individual access. Educators and parents can utilize the course as a sustainable curriculum when advising students. Modules can also be learned and discussed in a group setting. The POD is flexible, so you can tailor it to your liking.

Is this course useful for parents?
Yes! This course is especially designed for parents to be empowered with the information to help their young scholars make informed college and career choices.

Can educators use this course as well?
Yes! This course is especially designed for educators to be empowered with the information to help their scholars make informed college and career choices.

How do I purchase flashcards or empowerment gift boxes with a tax exemption?
Tax exemption is offered to non profits and government entities. In order to request tax exemption for the purchase of the Empowerment Gift Boxes or College Study Flashcards please click here to fill out a quick form for your invoice/quote.

How many students have you served?
To date, Pathway To Purpose has served 15,260 students.

When was Pathway To Purpose founded?
Pathway To Purpose was founded in 2016.

What types of events does Pathway To Purpose offer?
Pathway To Purpose provides student workshops, parent workshops, staff professional development, college fairs, college and/or career panels, financial aid fairs, 1:1 college and career counseling and other special events. We also customize events to meet the unique needs of each partnership.

Which grade levels are services provided to?
Pathway To Purpose currently hosts events for students in grades 7-12. We also serve college students as well.

Which NYC school districts have you worked with?
Pathway To Purpose has worked with school districts: 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 28, 29, 79.

Do you provide workshops in languages other than English?
Yes! Pathway To Purpose also provides events in Spanish! We serve a large population of Spanish speaking students and families.

Is there a main point of contact from your organization that will be working with our school?
Yes, once the partnership has been established, you will be assigned a Pathway To Purpose facilitator.

How can I sign up to volunteer for your special events?
We love volunteers, please use this link to sign up.

Who facilitates the events?
Each school is assigned a trained Pathway To Purpose facilitator to host events.

Does Pathway To Purpose serve students outside of NYC?
Absolutely! We serve students across the country!

Does Pathway To Purpose only work with students and parents?
Our core philosophy at Pathway To Purpose is that it takes a community to help students access a quality college education. In addition to working with students and parents, we also work with education leaders, school staff, corporations, and community based organizations.

How long are the student workshops?
Each student workshop is generally one bell period long (on average 45 minutes).

What topics do you offer for student workshops?
Pathway To Purpose student workshop topics include: Introduction to Pathway To Purpose, What is College?, Types of Colleges, Financial Aid 101, Preparing For College Now, Additional Ways to Pay For College, Sports Scholarship, Choosing A Major, Professional Etiquette, Resume 101, Networking 101, Developing A Winning Mindset, Let’s Talk Money, Winning The Wait, Time Management, Entrepreneurship 101, Monetize Your Magic, Investing In You, Grant Applications 101, and Pivoting 101.

How long are the parent workshops?
Parent workshops are generally 1 hour long.

What topics do you cover during the parent workshops?
Pathway To Purpose parent workshop topics include: Preparing for College Now, Financial Aid, Additional Ways to Pay for College, and Financial Management.

What type of special events do you offer?
We host a number of special events including: college awareness day, college fairs, college and/or career panels, financial aid fairs, and student conferences. We also customize events!

Will Pathway To Purpose host college trips for the 2022-2023 school year?
The Pathway To Purpose college trip service is currently paused for the 2022-2023 school year.

What does the college trip package include?
Each college trip package includes all planning and logistics, roundtrip charter bus, lunch reservation, itinerary and a Pathway To Purpose representative who attends the trip to facilitate the experience.

What does the overnight trip package include?
The overnight trip package includes all planning and logistics, roundtrip charter bus, hotel accommodations, meal reservations, and itinerary. Social activities and giveaways can also be added to each trip! A Pathway To Purpose representative will attend the trip to facilitate the experience.

How many chaperones are required for each trip?
Day trips require 1 chaperone for every 10 students. All college trips require 1 chaperone for every 10 students.

What is the maximum number of students for each college trip?
The maximum number of students for each college trip is 40.

Does Pathway To Purpose provide chaperones?
Pathway To Purpose does not provide chaperones, however 1 Pathway To Purpose representative will attend the trip to facilitate the experience.