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Press Coverage March 12, 2020

Long-Term Effects of a Sectoral Advancement Strategy

A recent long-term report from MDRC indicates the direct economic impact of Per Scholas training, highlighting graduate earnings increasing by $17,000 over five (5) years. Findings also highlight the decreased use of public benefits and an increase in happiness and well-being in Per Scholas graduates.

News March 12, 2020

New York Resources for Students and Alumni

News February 21, 2020

Here’s how to know if you need a college degree, according to experts

"Linear education pathways are going to be increasingly uncommon, and we need to ensure that all people have access to the training they need to be successful," states Bridgette Gray, Chief Impact Officer at Per Scholas, on how a changing economy will ultimately change education access.

Press Coverage February 13, 2020

New Yorkers Face a Training Gap for Tech Jobs, but a Study Finds Hope

According to the Center for an Urban Future's recent report, "roughly 90 percent of the tech training programs for low-income adults around the city focus on basic digital literacy and beginner-level skills, and only a fraction offer in-depth, career-oriented training that can bridge into tech careers."

Per Scholas is a proven training model solution to today's hiring needs, presenting new career pathways in tech not only for New York City residents but for graduates across the nation.

Press Coverage February 6, 2020

In Georgia, These Top Donors Don’t See College as the Only Path to a Good Job

Press Release February 4, 2020

Platform by Per Scholas rebrands as Per Scholas Customized Training

Press Coverage January 29, 2020

Texas Women’s Foundation Awards 2019 North Texas Grants

Per Scholas Dallas was one of 24 organizations to receive funding from the Texas Women's Foundation. Funds will support training costs and provide stipends to help alleviate certain barriers that deter single mothers from enrolling and completing their Network Support training such as childcare, transportation, and other household expenses.

Press Coverage January 28, 2020

Mayor Mike Bloomberg’s Middle Class Strategies

Mayor Bloomberg launched a series of initiatives throughout his tenure. Through Bloomberg Philanthropies, sector-based training helped to strengthen ties between employers and local NYC tech talent. Per Scholas is one successful demonstration of this effort.

Press Coverage January 27, 2020

My Working Day: Kevin White | Culture | Barclays

After five years working as a DJ, Per Scholas graduate Kevin White "cruised" into his cybersecurity career tackling financial crime at Per Scholas Champion Partner, Barclays. Read his "Day in the Life" here:

News January 21, 2020

Activate and Per Scholas Launch Innovative IT Training Program to Help Solve Denver’s Tech Worker Shortage