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Hispanic Students: Pre-College Programs

A pre-college program is a no-cost or fee-based leadership or academic opportunity exclusively for high school students. While all pre-college programs are unique, generally these opportunities:

  • Offer benefits including: leadership experience, creating a network of other motivated students, academic credit, an opportunity to enhance your resume, and more.
  • Are offered by organizations big and small, including for-profit, nonprofit, and government organizations
  • Range from a one-week experience to a long-term engagement beyond high school.
  • May be residential (requiring you to stay in a hotel or dorm) or local (allowing you to stay at home)

Pre-college programs provide students an opportunity to develop key skills and a valuable network for college success. Additionally, some pre-college programs provide participants more benefits including: housing, transportation, mentoring, or scholarship funds.

CHCI Next Opp

Comprehensive List of Pre-College Programs

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CHCI R2L Next Gen

Have you ever dreamed of visiting our nation’s capital and learning about how our government works? CHCI has an all-expenses paid leadership experience designed just for Latino high school students. Spend a week exploring Washington, D.C., while creating lasting friendships and wonderful memories. Participate in R2L® NextGen and make this a summer to remember!

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