AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. It is a national academic support program designed to prepare students, especially those in the academic middle, for college eligibility and success by placing them in rigorous courses and providing targeted support to help them succeed
. The program focuses on closing the achievement gap by equipping students with skills such as writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading (known as WICOR) to thrive in a college-preparatory curriculum
. AVID serves students who have the potential and determination to succeed in higher education, often supporting those who are the first in their families to attend college or come from underserved backgrounds
