Achievement Institute for STEM Scholars | STEM Education Program| Santa Ana

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(incoming Juniors that will graduate in 2025)

What we do

The mission of the Achievement Institute for STEM Scholars is to guide high-achieving, economically disadvantaged high school students interested in pursuing a career in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields. Our goal is to break the cycle of poverty.

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Our Impact

Where is Class of 2021 Attending?

Why We Need AISS

Testimonials

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OUR SERVICES

191 AISS Graduated Scholars

Over 1,205

University Acceptances

100%

Attend College

80% Major in

STEM Subjects

65% Have

STEM Careers

Read the 2020 Impact Report

Our Promise

AISS proposes to maintain its impressive high school graduation and college acceptance rates while doubling the number of scholars we serve. We anticipate program outcomes will increase the number of economically disadvantaged students who major and work in STEM fields.

Ways to Support AISS

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— Jaqueline Vargas,

Class of 2019

With the help of AISS, I can confidently say that the sponsorship I got through them before even starting college, Gloria and Richard Strayer's donations helped me participate in a summer program that got me knowing the ins and outs of the UCI campus better than some of the 4th year students!

— Irene Beltran, Class of 2013

"Opportunity seemed slim as an undocumented student. However, I could always count on AISS as they offered advice & words of encouragement. They taught me to fight with what I had & be grateful for every opportunity I receive.

-Jonathan Fuentes,

Class of 2021

It's given me the skills necessary to be successful in college and also the skills necessary to be successful after college.

Damian Monroy,

Class of 2021

AISS has taught me many things ranging from business to computer science. my favorite experience so far would be the business class because I can apply the concepts not just in business but also my personal life