It’s in our name: Heights drives higher rates of high school graduation, college graduation, and employment. Our team has helped thousands of Philadelphia students reach their goals — and we’re just getting started.
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Source: The Pell Institute and PennAHEAD (2018), Historical Trends Report — Indicators of Higher Education Equity in the United States
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of Heights high school graduates on track to matriculate to college immediately after high school
95%
of Heights college students returned to college after their first year
75%
of Heights college students successfully graduated in six years
Thanks to the generosity of our donors and partners, we’ve helped students unlock new opportunities via stipends, scholarships, and financial support.
2.59M awarded in stipends and scholarships in the '23-'24 year. (Includes Ellis Trust for Girls funding)
Collegians were awarded almost $600K in grants, stipends, and opportunity funds during the '23-'24 academic year
In the summer of 2024, 577 Heights students received $722,167 in stipends.
Adden Norton
Constitution High School '28
“I have matured and realized that I can do better and achieve beyond my expectations as a teenager growing up. I can confidently say that Heights has been a great tool and a helping hand in helping me discover who I am as a person.”
Malea Williams
Carver Engineering and Science '24 | University of Virginia '28
Currently attending the University of Virginia with an interest in Political Science, African American Studies, and American Sign Language
“The impact of Heights on my life has been significant in various ways. One aspect that stands out to me is the access to opportunities. The opportunities I’ve received have opened many doors for me and ultimately led to my success.”
Alain Sto Domingo
Academy of Palumbo '20 |Temple University, Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology, Expected Graduation Spring 2025
Alain joined Heights in 2017, where he gained skills that helped him earn the Temple University Lenfest Scholarship and land an internship at GSK. His passion for helping others led him to become a STEM Fellow, supporting Carver students in STEM, and he also serves on the Heights Student Advisory Board.
“Heights helped me prepare for college, and I am a recipient of the Temple University Lenfest Scholarship. Heights also helped me build my professional development skills, and this past summer, I worked as a Manufacturing Specialist Intern at GSK’s Upper Merion site”.
Kat High
Board Member and Alum | Co-Founder, Artemis Factor
Germantown Friends School, Class of '97 |
Wesleyan University, B.A. Chemistry/Biochemistry, Class of '01 |
Lehigh University, M.S. Chemistry, Class of '09 |
Villanova University, MBA, Class of '16
As an alum, Kat aims to be a visible example of what individuals from similar backgrounds and circumstances can achieve. Kat currently serves as the co-founder of Artemis Factor, a healthcare strategic project management firm.
“Heights will always be a fundamental chapter in my life’s journey and has profoundly shaped the woman I am today. Its impact will continue to influence future generations as I work to break generational patterns within my family”.
Graduating high school. Becoming their family’s first college graduate. Kicking off their professional careers. By partnering with Heights, you help bring students’ goals to life.