Minds Matter is a highly selective program pairing low-income high schoolers with volunteer mentors and academic programming from 10th grade through the college-application process, connecting Scholars to fully funded summer enrichment programs along the way. Minds Matter cites admitted families averaging roughly $24,000 in household income and reports 100% of graduating Scholars admitted to a four-year college. Operates through 14 local chapters nationwide, including Bay Area, Boston, Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, Seattle, and Washington, D.C.
Who can apply
FieldsCollege Admissions Prep
EligibilityStudents from low-income families (Minds Matter cites admitted families averaging roughly $24,000 in household income) with strong academic records
SelectivityDescribed by the sponsor as "highly selective"