Empowering families to support their students’ pursuit of higher education.
928-523-5511
TeamCollegeBound@nau.edu
FACTS Mission
FACTS aims to broaden college access for first-generation students by supporting their primary influencers, their families, through providing meaningful outreach materials and in-person programming. FACTS is here to help connect families to resources and information, helping to strengthen their confidence and highlighting unique strengths and experiences they bring to help their student be successful.
The Lumberjack Family Hub
Get access to family-oriented resources to help prepare and guide your student on their path to college and while they’re at NAU. It’s free and easy to join! Disponible en español.
Team College Bound
Ready to support your students in achieving their college ambitions?
Team College Bound provides families with comprehensive resources, education, and guidance on your student attending college.
Parents or guardians attend five engaging lessons (1 per week) where we break down the college process into core topics:
- the transformative value of a college education
- building a robust support network for student success
- navigating the admissions process
- strategies for paying for college
- ensuring a successful college transition
By participating you and your student become eligible to receive incredible benefits that may include:
- technology for your family or future college student to use
Eligibility Criteria
This program is for family members of high school students in 10-12th grade, in Arizona, who are curious about enrolling in a college or university after graduation.
Team College Bound will offer curriculum at different times in English, Spanish, Online, and a program specifically designed for Indigenous families.
Spring 2025 program dates
Each lesson is approximately 2 hours long and held weekly at the same time and location.
| Curriculum type | Start date | End date | Registration deadline | Registration forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | Fall 2025 | TBD | TBD | English registration form |
| Spanish | Fall 2025 | TBD | TBD | Spanish registration form closed |
| Indigenous | January 30, 2025 | March 6, 2025 | January 23, 2025 | Indigenous registration form |
| Online – Spanish only | February 3, 2025 | March 10, 2025 | January 27, 2025 | Online registration form |