Guaranteed Admissions Partnership with Saint Mary’s College of CA
IYT launches new Guaranteed Admissions partnership with Saint Mary’s College
Saint Mary’s College of California andImprove Your Tomorrow (IYT) celebrated the official launch of IYT’s first-ever Guaranteed Admissions partnership with a private university. This event marks a major milestone for IYT not only is Saint Mary’s the first private university partner in our Guaranteed Admissions program, but it's also the first partnership that includes a built-in scholarship.
Held on the beautiful Chapel Lawn, the event welcomed IYT brothers, families, mentors, and campus leadership for a day of celebration and purpose. This groundbreaking partnership is designed to remove barriers to higher education by offering guaranteed admission to eligible IYT College Academy and IYT Community College brothers who meet Saint Mary’s admissions criteria.
Even more impactful—each admitted brother will receive a $112,000 financial aid package, distributed as $28,000 annually over four years. This grant stacks with other financial aid (including Cal Grant, Pell Grant, and external scholarships), making Saint Mary’s a more financially accessible and empowering choice for our IYT brothers.
“As you explore this campus, I want you to picture yourselves here. Imagine walking these halls, attending classes, and preparing for the next steps in life. Your future is not a question mark—it’s a certainty. You belong in college, and you deserve to be here.”
Saint Mary’s leaders Jim Brooks (Senior Vice President of Student Experience and Enrollment Management) and Chris Krzak (Interim Dean of Admissions) also delivered moving remarks, reinforcing their shared commitment to educational equity and student success.
Following the ceremony, IYT Brothers enjoyed a campus tour, met with faculty, and explored the academic and cultural environment that could soon be their own.
We are incredibly excited to see IYT Brothers walk the halls of Saint Mary’s this fall. A heartfelt thank you to Saint Mary’s College for your partnership, your belief in our mission, and your continued investment in the futures of these incredible young men.