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College and
Career Readiness

The Office of Civic Engagement's college and career readiness programs prepare Chicago public high school students to gain admission to, pay for, and thrive in college and excel in future careers.  The programs provide free support to more than 200 students annually.

Collegiate Scholars Program

The Collegiate Scholars Program prepares talented Chicago Public Schools students from diverse backgrounds for admission and success at highly selective colleges and universities through faculty- and graduate student-taught courses, college readiness resources, financial aid workshops, and more.

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South Side College and Career Catalyst Program

The South Side College and Career Catalyst Program provides student development support, college and career exploration activities, and educational opportunities to prepare Chicago public high school students to succeed in college and future careers.

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Space Explorers Program

The Space Explorers Program, offered by the Kavli Institute for Cosmological Physics in partnership with the Office of Civic Engagement, gives Chicago public high school students the opportunity to engage with college-level math and science course work; interact with astronomers, physicists, University faculty, students, and labs; and develop skills for high school, college, and beyond.

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UChicago Youth Internship Program

The Youth Internship Program is a paid, two-summer employment opportunity for South Side Chicago public high school students that provides work experience, mentorship, and college and career readiness programming.

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