whitehouse:

Kayla Williams asked:

On enabling minorities and low-income students — How can we encourage more students from low-income communities to apply for college?

We answered:

We need to start early and create that hunger to learn. We have to tell families that regardless of their circumstance, sending their children to college is not only possible, but essential. And that takes all of us — teachers, parents, classmates, neighbors and everyone else. This year, I’m challenging colleges to bring more students on campus so they can hear from mentors and get a real sense for college life. I’m also challenging high schools to get those FAFSA completion rates up for their seniors. For both of these, schools can send in a video, and they’ll get a chance to hear from me at their graduation ceremonies. Learn more here! -mo