College Academy Program
Where potential meets opportunity.
about IYT College Academy
Everything you need to know about who the program serves, the benefits included, who’s eligible, how to apply, and more!
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IYT College Academy offers support and resources to boys and young men of color in 6th-12th grade. Our programming is offered in select schools within each of our operating regions across the United States.
Our members (who we call “IYT Brothers”) often enroll after experiencing challenges in school including absences, low grades/falling behind, and/or feeling disconnected from their peers.
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Members enrolled in the program receive support services including mentorship, member development, college advising & tours, academic study hall, parent engagement, and internships.
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Boys and young men of color in 6th-12th grade at any of our participating schools are eligible to apply. Depending on the school and/or district, the school site administration might need to sign off on the application.
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First, you’ll determine whether IYT programming is offered at your school site. Your teachers and/or school administration will be able to answer this for you.
If IYT is currently offered at your campus, please visit your school office and ask to be connected with the IYT program team.
Next, you’ll fill out a simple form, which (in most cases), the school will need to sign off on.
Applicants are generally always accepted, unless our roster is full for the year.
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You can find College Academy at a variety of middle and high schools across our operating regions. Our programming is also active at a number of select alternative/continuation schools.
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Mentored to Lead. Empowered to Achieve.
Our Impact
99%
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION RATEYear-over-year, our members outperform their peers across all operating regions and when compared to the national average. Our member high school graduation rate has been 99% since 2015, and 100% for three years running.
86%
Pursuing COLLEGE or careerData collected for our most recent impact report showed that IYT Brothers enroll in college after graduating high school, while others choose to pursue career pathways through the workforce, military, or trade programs.
100%
Report IMPROVED BEHAVIOROur most recent data revealed that 100% of school partners agreed: Enrollment in IYT programming increased the rate of positive behavior in the classroom.
90%
INCREASED SELF-CONFIDENCEPositive impact from IYT programming can also be found in Social-Emotional Learning areas as well, with 90% of members reporting increased confidence in themselves and their ability to excel in school and go to college.
From Access to Influence: A Brotherhood of Support.
After enrolling in IYT College Academy, our members (“IYT Brothers”) get more than mentorship, support, and trips to university campuses — they get access to our powerful network of IYT Alumnus.
IYT Brothers are building stronger communities across the nation, and leading real change in just about every industry. Completing the IYT College Academy Program isn’t just about getting you through high school, or even college.
It’s about building scalable impact for young men of color.
“I’ve seen our students grow, have stronger attendance, better grades, and a real sense of belonging that shows up in our hallways every day.”
— North View Middle School Partner, IYT Minnesota
School District Leaders & Educators:Learn how to bring IYT to your Schools
Guaranteed Admissions
We’re proud to offer guaranteed admissions to the following campuses
“I belong here. IYT has made me feel like myself.”
— IYT Brother, 10th Grade
What happens after IYT Brothers
graduate from high school?
After completing College Academy, our members are automatically enrolled in the College Completion Program.
Learn how the IYT College Completion Program supports young men of color as they navigate higher education.