LEARNING. LEADING. SHAPING WHAT'S NEXT.
About Black Girl College Prep®
“My goal is to help create more culturally inclusive college, life, and career readiness content where every learner feels seen, heard, and properly prepared for their professional future.”
— Rahkal Shelton Roberson, Founder, Black Girl College Prep
Who We Are
Black Girl College Prep® partners with students from middle school onward to build academic confidence, develop leadership skills, and navigate educational, career, and life pathways with clarity and purpose.
Through culturally responsive coaching, skill-building, and holistic life planning, we support learners—regardless of background or starting point—in recognizing their strengths, honoring their experiences, and preparing for what’s next academically, personally, and professionally.
We believe students deserve more than a checklist; they deserve a plan rooted in purpose. From college and career preparation to personal development and life design, we provide real-world tools, trusted guidance, and a supportive community that truly sees them and supports their long-term success.
MISSION
Our mission is to equip students—and the adults who support them—with culturally responsive tools, knowledge, and planning frameworks that help them navigate life beyond high school with clarity and purpose. Through holistic educational, career, and life planning, we support communities in building confidence, agency, and long-term pathways for success—while partnering with schools and families to deliver meaningful, sustainable impact.
VISION
We envision a future where students, families, and communities are fully integrated into school-based support systems, and every learner—regardless of background, zip code, or starting point—has access to high-quality educational, life, and career planning resources that recognize their strengths, honor their experiences, and empower them to feel prepared, confident, and equipped to use their unique voice and skills to help build a more diverse and equitable world.
What We Stand For
The world is changing fast and so is the landscape of education. Today’s students need more than grades and test scores. They need options, clarity, confidence, and support systems to navigate a future full of both challenges and possibilities.
At BGCP, we:
• Equip students to make informed, purpose-driven choices about their futures
• Provide holistic guidance across college, trades, entrepreneurship, soft skills, and beyond
• Engage families as active partners in building sustainable support systems for student success
• Center culture, identity, and lived experience in all we do
Signature Framework
The PREP Model: Our Future-Ready Planning Approach
We guide every student through our signature PREP framework:
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From identity and interest discovery to scholarship tracking, applications, and support systems — our holistic model puts students in the driver’s seat.
Meet the Founder
Hi! My name is Rahkal Shelton Roberson,
but you can call me Coach Rahk Roberson. I’m the founder of Black Girl College Prep ® and your lead instructor. Let’s connect!
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Short Bio
Rahkal Shelton Roberson is a Gen Z Pathfinder, Certified Professional Life Coach, Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP), Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF), published author, and the founder of Black Girl College Prep ®.
A first-generation college graduate with over 15 years of experience supporting students across public school districts in Chicago, Washington, D.C., and metro Atlanta, Rahkal brings a unique blend of professional expertise and authentic connection. Her work centers on helping students and the families who support them navigate academic, personal, and career decisions with clarity, confidence, and intention.
Known for her ability to connect deeply with Gen Z and Gen Alpha learners, Rahkal combines strategic planning, critical thinking, and career services expertise with culturally grounded coaching that honors students’ strengths, lived experiences, and support systems. Her approach is practical, human-centered, and rooted in the belief that long-term success is built through strong guidance, informed choices, and trusted partnerships.
Rahkal is the author of:
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You’re Hired: A Gen Z and Young Millennial Playbook for Landing and Keeping a Job (coming soon)
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College Bound: A Black Girl’s Guide – Everything You Need to Know Before Starting College
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Woosah: A Survival Guide for Women of Color Working in Corporate
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Woosah Workplace Peace: A Workbook & Journal for Women of Color – 7 Keys to Obtaining a More Fulfilling Work Experience
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Dreams Bigger Than Texas: A Story of Faith, Purpose, Perseverance, and Growth Into Womanhood
She is passionate about helping Gen Z and young millennials—and the families who walk alongside them—design intentional, strategic pathways to personal and professional fulfillment on their own terms.
Education
Master of Arts, Media Communications & Training
Governors State University
Bachelor of Arts, Communications
Texas Southern University
CPLC, Certified Professional Life Coach
Certified Life Coach Institute
CCSP, Certified Career Service Provider
National Career Development Association
GCDF, Global Career Development Facilitator
Center For Credentialing & Education
Please reach out directly to request my full Curriculum Vitae.
Affiliations
President
Texas Southern University, Atlanta Alumni Chapter
National Association of Colleges and Employers
Member
Georgia Association of Colleges and Employers
Member
Women in Technology
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