Minds Matter Detroit

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About Minds Matter Detroit

[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_column_text]Minds Matter Detroit’s website is currently under construction, but will be available soon at mindsmatterdetroit.org!

Minds Matter is a not-for-profit organization that transforms the lives of accomplished high school students from low-income families by broadening their dreams and preparing them for college success. The comprehensive Minds Matter three-year academic program prepares students for the rigors of the college experience – from the demands of the classroom to the students’ transition to campus life. Detroit will be the 13th city with a Minds Matter chapter, starting October 2016.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” bg_position=”left top” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”50″ bottom_padding=”0″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]

How to Apply

[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_column_text]We are now accepting applications for our incoming class of scholars!  Sessions begin this fall 2016, so please note that all applications are due May 31st, 2016!

The Minds Matter application is comprised of a series of short answer questions and an essay, a guidance counselor or teacher recommendation, a parent/guardian commitment form, a high school transcript, and an in-person interview. Students must also have proof of U.S. citizenship/residence as well as demonstrated financial need.

Please complete the student application, and send the links to the other forms to the appropriate adults. Click the links below to view the forms.

Part 1: Student Application
Part 2: Parent/Guardian Consent
Part 3: Guidance Counselor Nomination
Part 4: Teacher Recommendation

A Minds Matter applicant must:

  • Be a freshman student during the application year
  • Maintain a strong overall grade point average of 3.5 or higher
  • Be committed to pursuing a college education
  • Demonstrate strong academic potential, motivation, maturity, and responsibility
  • Be active in extracurricular and/or community activities (part time jobs included)
  • Show that he/she would benefit greatly from a summer academic experience
  • Be committed to attending weekly Minds Matter sessions during the school year

Minds Matter rewards hard work, commitment and achievement, and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or physical ability.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]