Native American College Planning
Tools for Educators
Culturally Responsive College Planning Platform for Native American Students
– For Schools, Communities, and Families.
Where Native American college planning meets identity, belonging, and academic success.
Why Native American College Planning Needs a Different Approach
Native American students often face challenges that go beyond grades and test scores. Culture, identity, and community matter when choosing a college. That’s why CollegeBound Journey was created — to help educators support Native youth in finding colleges where they feel a true sense of belonging and resources to get there.
Tools That Make Native American College Planning
Easier for Educators
Support Your Native Students' College Journeys — With Confidence
From college search to scholarships, we make Native American college planning easier for busy educators. Join schools and programs that are already helping students feel seen, supported, and successful.
Who Is CollegeBound Journey For?
Whether you’re a school counselor, Indian Education program coordinator, or college access advisor, our tools are built to help you guide Native students toward meaningful postsecondary pathways.
Schools
Culturally responsive college planning starts here
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College planning rooted in culture
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Centering culture in college access work
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Planning for college, rooted in tradition
learn moreA Native American College Planning Platform Created by an Indian Education School Counselor
CollegeBound Journey was developed by an experienced school counselor who has spent over two decades supporting Native American students. Our platform reflects the lived experiences, goals, and values of the communities we serve.
We work closely with Native educators, students, and tribal partners to ensure the tools we offer are relevant, respectful, and effective.
Why Educators Choose CollegeBound Journey for Native American College Planning
Not only does CollegeBound Journey® offer digital tools, but our parent company, Four Directions Educational Consulting Services (4DECS), also is a dedicated to culturally responsive counseling support. If your program needs personalized support beyond the platform, 4DECS provides consulting and virtual services to enhance your capacity.
Let’s Redefine Native American College Planning — Together
You believe in your students. We believe in giving you the right tools to support them.
Whether you serve one student or one hundred, your impact matters — and we’re here to help you expand it.
