From Minimum Wage to High-Growth Career Success
After stepping away from college because of financial strain, Marie found a new path forward through Per Scholas' no-cost training program. Today, she works as a full-time Software Engineer at an international financial institution. With newly gained financial stability, Marie moved into her own apartment, finished her degree without debt, and actively helps open doors for more women and underrepresented talent.
"My journey is a total 180. I went from working long weeks at minimum wage, feeling like my goals were impossible, to having a thriving career, finishing my degree without going into debt, and being able to lift up everyone around me. The benefits of Per Scholas haven't just impacted me; they've had a ripple effect on my family and my entire community."
— Marie Cari, Per Scholas Graduate
Our Proven Impact
Talent is everywhere—opportunity should be, too. For more than thirty years, Per Scholas has opened doors by equipping motivated individuals with the skills needed to build sustainable careers and achieve lasting financial security.
35,000+
Learners Served Since 1995
8:1
$8 Economic Return for Every $1 Invested
2.5X
Average Wage Increase Post-Training
25+
Campuses Nationwide
Double Your Impact Today
Thanks to a dollar-for-dollar matching grant and our feature in the New York Times Communities Fund, every gift you make between now and December 31 will be matched—doubling your impact.
Your tax-deductible contribution directly funds zero-tuition training, industry credentials, and dedicated career coaching to accelerate careers and transform lives.
Per Scholas is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.