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Thrive Academies Program

Thrive Academies is a free, two-year college preparation program for 11th graders, currently available in Chicago, Los Angeles and New York City. The program features two six-week summer academies at a local college to prepare you for applying to and thriving at highly selective institutions.

program duration

2 Years

when to apply

First Term of 11th Grade

deadline to apply

December 15, 2024

Available in

Chicago, Los Angeles & New York City

Thrive Academies Program Locations

Eligibility

Students must meet the minimum eligibility requirements below to be able to apply to the Thrive Academies Program.

Minimum Cumulative Unweighted GPA

Maximum Total
Household Income

High School Status

3.60

$125,000

Enrolled in 11th grade at a U.S. high school

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Scholar Profile

Scholars in the Thrive Academies Program typically:

  • Earn As in most or all of their classes and are highly ranked amongst their graduating class.

  • Take the most challenging courses at their school including AP, IB and dual enrollment courses.

  • Often score 1250+ on the SAT and 26+ on the ACT (not required)

  • Demonstrate extracurricular leadership, family responsibility, and/or part-time work.

  • Identify as underrepresented students, including first generation college goers, students of color, and students from under-resourced communities.

  • Are deeply curious and love learning!

What You Get

  • Two local summer academies hosted on a college campus where you will be taught by college professors

  • A free laptop

  • Annual stipends

  • College and career development through Level All

  • Virtual scholar events and workshops

  • A chance to learn alongside other ambitious Scholars from your region

  • Access to Thrive's extensive alumni network

Summer Academy

DURING THE 6-WEEK SUMMER ACADEMY, SCHOLARS RECEIVE

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College-Level Coursework

Access to College Advising Resources

Self-Advocacy Strategies

Increased Self-Confidence

Supportive Social Networks

Career Exploration

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“Summer Academy not only made me feel more prepared going into my senior year courses, but also made me feel confident about my potential in getting into top institutions.”

Sandra | University of Pennsylvania

Still Have Questions?

Contact Us!

Let us know how we can help you! Submit your inquiry below and we will get back to you shortly to assist you.

Address

606 S. Olive Street, Suite 2150

Los Angeles, CA 90014

Admissions Phone

401-455-0985

(8 AM - 4 PM Eastern Time)

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