PhillyGoes2College

What We Do

PhillyGoes2College is PEF’s online college access solution. Through this online platform, students lacking the necessary supports in their school or home can gain access to critical college advising and counseling resources.

I AM PHL Creative Contest

Philadelphia high school students have a unique opportunity to show off their one-of-a-kind talent to win one-of-a-kind prizes through the 2026 I AM PHL contest presented by PhillyGoes2College in partnership with Wawa Welcome America.

 

Contest Categories & Prizes

Philly students are encouraged to submit original works in one of three categories – music, visual art, or spoken word – that reflect on where the city has been and where it is going next, set against the backdrop of the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding. Students’ work will be seen by judges at the forefront of Philadelphia’s creative fields and one winner in each submission category will receive a $1,000 cash prize, the chance to be seen at the Wawa Welcome America Festival, and more!

COVID-19

Launched comprehensive resource list for Philadelphia students

18,000

Unique users annually

3 most visited pages

Paying for College, Preparation and GED, and News (Scholarship Blog)

Overview

Visitors to PhillyGoes2College.org are able to access helpful tips, college advising resources, and details on upcoming workshops, college and career fairs, and financial aid pop-up events. From the individual working towards his or her GED or high school diploma, to the high school student applying to college for the first-time, or the adult who is committed to finishing the college journey that they put on hold, PhillyGoes2College is here to serve.

 


Get in Touch

Contact: phillygoes2college@philaedfund.org

 

What We Offer

PEF connects Philadelphians to resources for preparing, choosing, applying, and financing postsecondary education.

 

Who We Serve

All who nurture a dream of college—and seek the resources and expertise—to make their dream a reality.