Our Vision

A vibrant Chicago powered by diverse leaders from every neighborhood.

Our Mission

We uniquely select, train, and mentor academically ambitious students from under-resourced communities to complete college and become the next generation of leaders who will transform their neighborhoods and our city.

EDUCATION + MENTORSHIP + LEADERSHIP = TRANSFORMATION

WE BELIEVE

EDUCATION + MENTORSHIP + LEADERSHIP = TRANSFORMATION

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Our Seven-Year Model

Through college counseling, mentoring, and by providing a supportive community to our Scholars through each phase of our program: College Access: Launch, College Success: Lift, College to Careers: Lead, we ensure that they reach their full potential as students and leaders.

86% of Chicago Scholars Graduate college within 6 years.

According to the University of Chicago Consortium on Chicago School Research, only 48% of their peers earn a degree within six years.

Upon graduation, our Scholars move into leadership positions across Chicago, helping to drive the economic future of their communities and our thriving city.

Our Three Phases

College access: Launch

Scholars navigate the college application process, enroll in a best match-fit college, and begin building leadership skills.

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College Success: Lift

Scholars are supported throughout college to practice self-advocacy, develop leadership skills, and utilize their networks on and off campus.

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College to Careers: Lead

Leadership development training helps Scholars successfully transition into and advance in their careers.

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Sep 4, 2018

Chicago Scholars launches The Greenhouse video series!

Sep 4, 2018

The Greenhouse is the College Success Team’s video interview series highlighting the inspiring experiences our Educational and Leadership Development (ELD) Grant recipients have completed. Season one highlights twelve Scholars who completed opportunities studying abroad, attending national conferences, and participating in local internships.