Youth Scholar Academy Call for Applications‏

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for African American male college students interested in education. They are currently accepting applications for those seeking to have leading roles with the Youth Scholar Academy (YSA), a new initiative for high school students.

The Youth Scholar Academy leverages our Washington program by having the Institute's exceptional college students prepare outstanding high school students to enter college and thrive. College students will participate in the Institute's core program in Washington, DC and intern at youth serving organizations.

Program Highlights
Training and workshops
Exposure to leaders in education and youth development
High-level internships in Washington, DC
Rigorous academic training
Participation in career development seminars
Social activities that foster strong bonds

Program Details
The program runs from June 5 to July 31, 2010
Students must commit to two summers
Housing is provided by the Institute
Students work at youth-serving organizations during first summer and manage YSA second summer


You should be a college sophomore to apply. The Institute does not have a GPA requirement. However, the median GPA for recent classes is 3.65. GPA is not the only criterion that is evaluated during the admissions process. Campus involvement, awards earned, athletics, and volunteer work are also important factors.

The application can be found on the web at www.i4rc.org/application.htm. Applications must be received not postmarked, by the deadline, Friday, January 29, 2010.