Esmeralda Ochoa is one of the Cento Amici recipients at Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC). She shares an incredible look into her story and the impact that receiving the Cento Amici Scholarship has had on her life. WATCH HERE

When I was a student at Prep, I realized pretty quickly not only the positive impact of the financial support, but also the life-long value of getting a great education. Had it not been for my scholarship, I wouldn’t have gone to Prep. I don’t know where I would have ended up. Attending Prep kept me away from some of my hometown friends who took very different paths than I did. Cento saved my life. …

We remain inspired by Cento Amici's generosity. Access to public higher education in New Jersey has never been more important. Your scholarship support provides critical financial resources to outstanding students who would not otherwise be able to attend. Cento Amici continues to make a significant difference in numerous students’ lives.Daniel A. Gurskis, Dean, College of the Arts, Montclair State University

“I will be forever grateful for my scholarship, because I would not have accomplished my goal without the support from Cento Amici.”