A Path Built for the Long Run.

From middle school to college graduation, CYC supports students at every stage — academically, personally, and professionally.

One Journey. Three Programs.

CYC isn't a one-time program. It's a multi-year commitment designed to guide students from early high school preparation through college graduation and into their careers. Each stage builds on the last — creating momentum, confidence, and long-term success.

Early Access

Start Strong Before High School Begins.

Future Fellows is CYC’s entry point — designed to help students and families navigate the transition into high school with clarity and confidence. This program builds early awareness around academics, expectations, and long-term goals before the stakes get higher.

Who It’s For: Rising 9th grade students preparing to enter high school

Format: 2 weeks over the summer

Focus Areas:

  • High school readiness and expectations
  • Academic habits and time management
  • Family engagement and support
  • Early exposure to college pathways

Students enter high school prepared, focused, and ahead of the curve.

Start Strong Before High School Begins.

Core Program

Build the Foundation for College Success.

Torch Fellows is the core of the CYC experience. Students engage weekly in structured programming that builds academic strength, leadership, and self-awareness — while preparing for college admission and long-term success.

Who It’s For: 9th–12th grade students

Format: 10 months per year (aligned with the school year)

Focus Areas:

  • College preparation and admissions strategy
  • ACT prep and academic support
  • Writing workshops and application readiness
  • Leadership development and identity exploration
  • Financial literacy and college affordability

Support Structure:

  • Weekly programming sessions
  • College tours and exposure opportunities
  • Mentorship and advising
  • Workshops and retreats

Students graduate high school prepared to enter and succeed in their best-fit college.

Build the Foundation for College Success.

Persistence & Completion

Support That Continues Through Graduation.

Getting into college is only part of the journey. College Fellows ensures students persist, graduate, and transition into meaningful careers through ongoing coaching, mentorship, and community support.

Who It’s For: Students from the summer after 12th grade through college graduation

Focus Areas:

  • College transition support (freshman year critical period)
  • 1:1 persistence coaching
  • Academic and personal advising
  • Career exploration and professional development
  • Alumni network and long-term support

Support Structure:

  • High-touch support during freshman and sophomore years
  • Ongoing advising through junior and senior years
  • Career readiness and network access

Students don’t just enroll in college — they finish, and they move forward with direction.

Support That Continues Through Graduation.

This Isn't a Moment. It's a System.

Each program is intentionally connected — creating a continuous pipeline of support from early preparation through college completion. That consistency is what drives CYC's outcomes.

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