Meet Alray Graduate, Gina!

When Gina moved back to Boston in 2019, her life was in motion on several tracks at once. She had just earned two associate degrees in California, became a single mother, and was caring for her newborn son, all while figuring out how to restart her own education after...
Meet Alray Graduate, Donald!

Meet Alray Graduate, Donald!

Donald’s early college years felt more like wandering than pursuing a dream. Without a clear roadmap or support system, he bounced from class to class, unsure of his direction and unsure of himself. “I started at 18 or 19, taking classes, thinking I knew what I...
Meet Alray Graduate, Carolin!

Meet Alray Graduate, Carolin!

When Carolin reflects on her journey to earning a bachelor’s degree, she describes a path filled with uncertainty, perseverance, and ultimately, success. Having moved to the U.S. at the age of one, Carolin defied the odds to become a college graduate and a lead...
Meet Alray Graduate, Degrace!

Meet Alray Graduate, Degrace!

For Degrace, the Alray Scholars Program was a “lifesaver.” They were available to answer her questions about loans, finances, and other obstacles, a new experience for the shy Degrace. When she graduated from high school, “there was no talk, really, of finances or...
Meet Alray Graduate, Priscila!

Meet Alray Graduate, Priscila!

Before starting her second try at college, Priscila felt discouraged. She always thought she’d have a “normal” college experience, but, with a change in major, she felt lost. After a high-achieving four years in high school, Priscila enrolled in Northeastern where she...