Who We Look For

We seek highly motivated Chicago Public School high school students who want to earn a college degree. While there is no minimum GPA requirement, there are certain qualities that we look for in an ideal candidate. Specifically, we look for evidence of:

• Professionalism  Students who speak, act, and present themselves in a professional manner at all times.



• Ambition  Students who set ambitious goals and strive for excellence in everything they do.



• Resilience  Students who work harder when faced with challenges and learn from their mistakes.



• Integrity  Students who are honest, respectful, and dependable at all times.



• Resourceful  Students who ask for help when they need it.

We are committed to the belief that leaders come in many forms with varied past experiences, so there is no one profile of an ideal applicant. There are many ways to demonstrate these qualities, and we view applicants holistically and evaluate their fit with our criteria within the contexts of their particular activities, recommendations, and interest areas.