PeerForward: Increasing Education Access Through Peer Influence

Close the Education GapThrough the
Power of Peers

Students from high-income families earn a degree at a rate 4X GREATER than those from low-income families.

PeerForward's mission is to close that gap.

29+ Years

Improving postsecondary success as coaches and advocates, training and serving youth attending low-income schools.

600K+ Students

impacted through our hands-on workshops and campaigns.

$82M in Financial Aid

unlocked annually for students assisted in partner high schools.

The Critical Work We Do

PeerForward empowers students to lead their peers to and through higher education.

PeerForward is a education-focused nonprofit transforming the lives of youth from under-resourced communities by connecting them to college and careers. The best predictor of college enrollment for students is whether they have friends who plan on going. Our model ignites that positive peer influence to increase postsecondary enrollment and success. We work hands-on in partner schools to prepare students to help themselves and and their peers apply for college, secure financial assistance, and graduate with a degree.

High School Program

Our signature summer workshops, curriculum, training camps, and year-round coaching equips Peer Leaders to help their peers with their postsecondary options and foster a culture where everyone continues education after high school.

College Program

PeerForward trains and coaches college students who, in turn, support fellow students so they connect to academic resources, meet financial aid requirements, and engage with campus activities, improving chances of earning a degree.