The Pre-College Initiative (PCI) program is the focus of national efforts to promote college attendance, academics, technology, and leadership to pre-college students. Our primary focus is to encourage students in grades K-12 to develop interest and skills in math and science. We are committed to helping all pre-college students continue their education and achieve their goals. The organization offers a variety of programs and awards for the benefit of pre-college students, including:

• Tutoring and SAT/ACT preparatory workshops and programs
• Tours of college campuses and engineering corporations
• Scholarships for college expenses
• Science and engineering projects

A vital component of the PCI program is NSBE Jr. which serves as the membership category for pre-college students within the society. NSBE Jr. members and chapters are at the core of PCI, as they are the primary focus and beneficiaries of PCI activities.NSBE Jr. focuses on enhancing the education received by African-American and other minority pre-college students, as well as influencing these students to become tomorrow’s corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders. In this spirit, NSBE Jr. is the quintessential recruitment, teaching, and preparation device for the National Society of Black Engineer.

PCT Goal: The National Society of Black Engineers' Pre-College Initiative program will lead the world in enhancing the pre-college students' Academic, Technical, and Leadership skills in order to maximize their success in life. NSBE Jr. Aims:

• Help pre-college students develop a positive attitude towards academic excellence
• Encourage and support parental commitment to their children's education
• Stimulate enthusiasm about engineering and science among pre-college students
• Raise cultural awareness among African-American youth
• Provide support to students throughout the college application process
• Increase college graduation rates of African-American students
• Prepare pre-college students to be positive, contributing future NSBE member

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