Eight College Academy Students
Named National QuestBridge Scholars

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Eight students from The College Academy at Broward College, a dual-enrollment high school offered in partnership with Broward County Public Schools (BCPS), have been named National QuestBridge Scholars. This prestigious recognition connects high-achieving high school seniors with leading colleges and universities across the nation, providing a full four-year scholarship valued at more than $300,000.

These remarkable students are also members of Broward College’s Robert "Bob" Elmore Honors College, further showcasing their commitment to academic excellence.

“These students exemplify what is best in Broward County, and we’re very proud of them receiving this honor,” said Broward College President and Chief Executive Officer Torey Alston. “We are all working to make our College the number one destination for academic excellence, and what these students have accomplished is evidence that we’re on the right path.”

In addition to their rigorous coursework, the eight students from the Class of 2025 have actively engaged in a wide range of leadership activities and service projects. Their dedication aligns with the Honors College’s "Four Pillars of Honors Education," which emphasize critical thinking, service, research and leadership. These College Academy students will be heading to top-tier institutions, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Rice University and Boston University. The eight QuestBridge scholars and their future destinations include:

• Amelia Bartley, Boston University (Boston, Massachusetts)
• Bianca Cadet, Boston University (Boston, Massachusetts)
• Aselah Davy, Swarthmore College (Swarthmore, Pennsylvania)
• Thania Dervilus, Boston University (Boston, Massachusetts)
• Sebastian Garcia Gutierrez, Pomona College (Pomona, California)
• Isaias Posada Rios, MIT (Cambridge, Massachusetts)
• Shaliyah Rose, Washington & Lee University (Lexington, Virginia)
• Tyler Scott, Rice University (Houston, Texas)

"This remarkable achievement by our College Academy students is a powerful testament to their hard work, dedication and the exceptional educational environment fostered at The College Academy at Broward College, said BCPS Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn. “We are incredibly proud of these talented young scholars and the bright futures that lie ahead for them."

The College Academy provides an educational bridge from high school to college for accelerated students who wish to begin the pursuit of their academic goals through dual enrollment. High school students in the Academy complete college coursework to concurrently earn both a high school diploma and an Associate of Arts degree.

In 30 years, more than 40,000 students have been admitted to colleges that partner with QuestBridge, with scholarship awards exceeding $5 billion.

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ABOUT BROWARD COLLEGE: Serving more than 51,000 students annually, Broward College provides students with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The College’s mission is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to our community of learners. Together, we are working to make Broward College the number one destination for academic excellence. Please visit www.broward.edu for more information.

ABOUT BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS: “Educating all students to reach their highest potential.”
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is a proud “A” rated District, serving as the sixth-largest school district in the nation and the second largest in the state of Florida. As Florida’s first fully accredited school system since 1962, BCPS educates more than 247,000 students and approximately 125,000 adult learners across 239 schools, centers, technical colleges, and 88 charter schools. BCPS supports a diverse student population representing 174 different countries and speaking 157 languages. To connect with BCPS, visit browardschools.com.