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ROOTS 2025
PROGRAM
Applications open April 2025
This program supports Black & Brown rising high school seniors throughout the college application process. Students will attend biweekly classroom sessions (BLACKIVY Days) comprehensively geared towards equipping them with the tools and materials needed to prepare their best applications.
Additionally, seniors are algorithmically paired with BLACKIVY mentors from whom they receive one-on-one application support and add to their professional network.
Comprehensive Workshop
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Personal Story Building
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College Matchmaking
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Essay Writing
Resources and Tools
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Expert insights on crafting standout applications
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Materials to strengthen your college essays
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Support in navigating the admissions process
Black Ivy League Mentor
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Personalized guidance from BLACKIVY mentors
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Story refinement & essay editing
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Assistance in building student’s top 10 college list
2025 Mentors
Testimonials
"ROOTS helped me persevere through college applications like a breeze. I will forever appreciate that I was able to take part in this program.”
ROOTS ‘24 GRADUATE
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