Chin Yeng Low

For nearly five years, Stephanie Gomez, Director of Career Launch Chicago, has been at the forefront creating opportunities for youth across City Colleges of Chicago.

For Tyler, City Colleges provided more than a degree—it gave her a community and a sense of direction.

Bridgette Jones began her academic journey in Tucson, Arizona, pursuing a nursing degree at her local community college.

After exploring her options for an affordable education, Arani made a life-changing decision. She enrolled at Malcolm X College where she soon joined the Surgical Technology program.