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The Latino community is the fastest growing minority group in America, and quickly becoming a major player in America's workforce. Unfortunately, Latinos encounter cultural and societal obstacles that can hinder academic achievement. This inspirational guide gives Latino students practical skills for advancing in a college environment.
The Latino Student's Guide to College Success: Second Edition, Revised and Updated provides a blueprint for collegiate success. The first eight chapters guide students through subjects such as selecting a college, navigating the application process, forming effective study habits, accessing student support services, and planning for advanced degrees. The second part is comprised of eight inspirational stories by Latino graduates sharing their college experiences. Lastly, a third section features a listing of colleges with a record of graduating the most Latinos, as well as a list of the top ten colleges with the most undergraduate Latino students. The revised and updated second edition of this popular book features the latest economic and demographic changes that have emerged since the first edition was published. It also includes six new chapters introducing the impact of technological advancements and changes in cultural trends.
"This updated edition fills a void for Latino students. Readers will find personal stories of success and struggle particular to the Latino experience interspersed with valuable information on precollege preparation, two- to four-year colleges, graduate school, and the college experience."
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Booklist Online
| Introduction | ||
| Pt. I | Preparing for College | 1 |
| Step 1 | Getting Ready for a College Education (Or, What You Need to Know to Quality for College) | 3 |
| Step 2 | How to Choose a College (A Journey with Familia) | 19 |
| Step 3 | What Does College Cost and Where Can I Find Financial Aid? | 43 |
| Pt. II | On Campus | 75 |
| Step 4 | Your First Year of College: How to Know about Available Services | 77 |
| Step 5 | First Semester Strategies for Academic Success (Or, How to Meet Your Academic Responsibilities) | 91 |
| Step 6 | Academic Support On and Off Campus | 109 |
| Step 7 | Your Student Rights and What You Can Do If You Are Failing a Course | 117 |
| Step 8 | Extracurricular Activities (Or, Life Beyond Classes and Studying) | 129 |
| Pt. III | "How I Did It" | 141 |
| Leonard A. Valverde, former university vice president | 143 | |
| Eduardo J. Padron, district president of Miami-Dade Community College | 147 | |
| Mari-Luci Jaramillo, former U.S. ambassador | 149 | |
| Ronald T. Vera, attorney at law | 155 | |
| Consuelo Nieto, college professor | 159 | |
| Larry Villarreal, retired Air Force officer | 162 | |
| Polly B. Baca, former state legislator | 164 | |
| Maria "Cuca" Robledo Montecel, executive director of a national nonprofit consulting firm | 167 | |
| Loretta Sanchez, congresswoman | 169 | |
| Felix Gutierrez, national corporate vice president | 172 | |
| Pt. IV | College and University Directory | 175 |
| Sylvia Peregrino and Miranda Lopez | 175 | |
| Top 50 Universities in the United States for Latinos | 179 | |
| Top 10 Universities in the United States with the Greatest Percentage of Latino Undergraduates | 194 | |
| Top 20 Community Colleges in the United States for Latinos | 195 | |
| Top 10 Community Colleges in the United States with the Greatest Percentage of Latino Students | 202 | |
| Top 5 Universities in Puerto Rico, Ranked by Bachelor's Degrees Awarded to Latinos | 203 | |
| Index | 205 | |
| About the Editor and Contributors | 211 |
Overview
The Latino community is the fastest growing minority group in America, and quickly becoming a major player in America's workforce. Unfortunately, Latinos encounter cultural and societal obstacles that can hinder academic achievement. This inspirational guide gives Latino students practical skills for advancing in a college environment.
The Latino Student's Guide to College Success: Second Edition, Revised and Updated provides a blueprint for collegiate success. The first eight ...