Program Overview

Program Overview

The Promise Scholars program is a cohort-based initiative that provides high-touch support to second-year students. This program is designed for students who demonstrate academic promise and persistence but may require consistent connections, community, or access to support.

Program Details

Target Population

The program serves second-year students who exhibit academic potential and perseverance but may need ongoing support and connections.

Program Components

• A structured cohort experience beginning in the sophomore year
  • Strengths-based coaching and advising
  • Embedded academic and social-emotional support
  • Targeted workshops on:
    • Faculty connection
    • Scholarship access
    • Imposter syndrome
    • Career readiness
• Ongoing engagement through graduation

Program Schedule

• The Passport to Promise pilot cohort is scheduled to launch in fall 2026.
• Applications will open in January 2026, with rolling admission based on space availability.
• The Promise Scholars team will commence engagement with referrals and applicants starting spring 2026, offering individualized support, connection, and guidance to students in need.