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LET’S GO.

Chicago Scholars is creating a community that will shape Chicago’s future. Our
work goes way beyond college admission — we’re building a new path forward.





THE CHICAGO SCHOLARS


EXPERIENCE

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Prepare For College


FIND YOUR PATH

Learn about the college admissions process and get help every step of the way.
Through mentoring, college counseling, and workshops help you find the college
that’s the right match, fit and financial fit for you.


Support for College Students


EXPLORE

Don’t go through college alone! College Scholars get access to ongoing workshops
and staff support, continued community with their cohort, exclusive scholarships
and career development resources including the Emerge Summer Career and
Leadership Program.


Graduation and Beyond


ONWARD

Graduation isn’t the finish line! Chicago Scholars’ programming continues until
you get your first job or grad school acceptance. We’ll make sure you have the
tools you need — including job boards, professional connections, and networking
— to start your career on the right foot. 


CHICAGO SCHOLARS


IN ACTION

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Our Scholars and Alumni are our strongest advocates. Learn more about our
programming from the people who know it best.



Impact

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50%

Chicago Scholars Alumni earn more than their household income when they were in
high school


84%

Of Chicago Scholars graduate with $40,000 or less in student loan debt, compared
to 55% of Black students and 81% of Latinx students


74%

Of Chicago Scholars Alumni completed at least one internship before they
graduated


6,000+

Chicago Scholars Alumni since the first class of Scholars in 1996


80%

Of Chicago Scholars Alumni return to Illinois after they finish college.


550

Scholars admitted to the Class of 2029, representing more than 60 neighborhoods

Learn more about Chicago Scholars’ impact on our city and country
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INVEST IN OUR WORK

We can’t build a brighter future for Chicago without the financial investment of
our community. Join the thousands of Chicagoans who said yes to tomorrow’s
leaders!

Invest Now

BECOME A MENTOR

Mentors provide guidance during Scholars’ first two years in the program — and
often become lifelong friends. Learn more about the application process here.

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VOLUNTEER

Chicago Scholars holds several huge events every year, but we couldn’t pull them
off without our volunteers. Learn how you can help out on these life-changing
days here.

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JOIN OUR TEAM

Want to join the Dream Team? Our staff come from a wide variety of backgrounds
and fields of study. Find our open full- and part-time positions here.





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CONTACT

312.784.3300

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Chicago Scholars
247 S. State Street, Suite 700
Chicago, IL 60604



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CONTACT

312.784.3300

thankyou@chicagoscholars.org

Chicago Scholars
247 S. State Street, Suite 700
Chicago, IL 60604