PROGRAMS + OPPORTUNITIES
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Students should take advantage of the programs and opportunities below! View our CCR Calendar for a list of college fairs, scholarship deadlines, webinars, and more!
This page will be updated regularly, so visit us often!
Questbridge National College Match
Questbridge National College Match's 52 college partners are actively seeking students like you! They connect academically outstanding students from low-income backgrounds to the nation's best colleges. Apply for free to the nation’s best colleges and be considered for early admission and a full four-year scholarship. The National College Match application gives you extra space to tell your unique story as a student who has excelled academically despite financial hardship.
Deadline is September 30!
OSSE Dual Enrollment Consortium
The Spring 2026 OSSE Dual Enrollment Consortium Program application is OPEN for eligible DC public and public charter school students through Oct. 10, 2025!
To ensure that students are prepared for the rigor and responsibility of college-level courses, DCI has specific eligibility requirements that may differ from OSSE. Meeting these requirements helps increase the likelihood of success in the program and ensures students can balance their DCI and college commitments. Make sure to review the DCI Dual Enrollment one-pager for more information on DCI policies regarding Dual Enrollment!
Senior Scholars is a yearlong engagement with Reed College. High school seniors will learn about life at Reed and create lasting connections with current students, faculty, and other future Reedies. Senior Scholars also strives to answer the unique questions posed by underrepresented students and students of color.
All high-achieving high school seniors (class of 2026), are encouraged to apply by October 15!
Since 2023, the Fidelity Scholars Program has awarded more than 750 Scholars with more than $12 million in scholarships. The Fidelity Scholars Program isn’t just a scholarship; it’s a comprehensive support system designed to empower you to achieve your full potential. More than just financial assistance, this program provides a wealth of resources and the support of mentors and college success coaches to complete your degree. Notably, two out of three are the first in their families to attend college.
Applications open October 1!
Registration is still open for Oberlin's Overnight visit programs this fall! All programs include transportation between the Cleveland airport and Oberlin’s campus, as well as meals and accommodations during the student's visit.
Diversity & Access | October 9-11 or November 6-8
At Oberlin, we have long understood that diversity, in all its forms, is essential to our mission to prepare our students to confront complex issues and spark positive change in the world. This program will connect you with current students and faculty from diverse backgrounds and highlight how Oberlin welcomes and supports all students. Because Oberlin will cover the cost of transportation to and from campus for this program, an application is required.
The Obie Experience | September 30-October 1, October 7-8, 14-15, or 28-29
With a focus on undergraduate teaching and a vibrant residential community, an Oberlin education prepares students to find their individual callings and apply them in a world that needs their intellect and energy. Get an inside look at an Oberlin education by visiting classes, connecting with current Obies and faculty members, and sharing meals in our dining halls with future classmates.
The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) is a unique and annual educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. Typically, two student leaders from each state will spend a week in Washington, DC experiencing their national government in action. Student delegates will hear major policy addresses by senators, cabinet members, officials from the Departments of State and Defense and directors of other federal agencies, as well as usually participate in meetings with the president and a justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
All transportation, hotel and meal expenses will be provided by The Hearst Foundations. In addition, each delegate is awarded a $10,000 college scholarship for undergraduate studies, with encouragement to pursue coursework in history and political science.
Students should apply by October 27!
The Young Founders Lab is a Harvard and Stanford alumni-founded startup incubator for high school students looking to launch their own business or non-profit organization. We offer a group program during the summer and a one-on-one individual program throughout the school year. Applications for the Individual Program are now open.
During the Individual Program, students work over the course of 12 weeks with seasoned mentors from a wide range of industries to develop and launch their own impactful initiatives, building on best practices drawn from accelerators like Y-Combinator and honed by Stanford, Harvard, and Oxford alumni. The Pitch Competition Prep Program runs for 10 weeks. Students will have a weekly meeting with their mentor, and in addition, we recommend setting aside 5–6 hours per week for the program.
The deadline for the Winter 2025 Cohort is November 16th, 2025, 11:59 PM EDT
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