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Summer Promise Program

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The Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Summer Promise Program is a free, week-long college readiness program for rising ninth graders, along with the 2024 pilot class.  

Upcoming Program Dates: June 22—June 28, 2025

Through this residential program, selected students experience a snapshot of the holistic college experience to strengthen their confidence and enthusiasm for persisting in high school and pursuing higher education.  

Students experience courses co-taught by Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø faculty and teachers from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Public Schools. 

Outside of class hours, the students engage with the many co-curricular experiences and facilities at Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø.

Summer Promise students in Classroom with teachers
Summer Promise student orientation in the union
Summer Promise in the DACE Studio

Program Highlights

  • The program is designed to increase college readiness and empower students to unlock their promise and potential to attend college, and pursue their dreams.
  • 30 students will spend seven days in June on the beautiful Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø campus, experiencing a taste of residential college life.
  • Family representatives will receive valuable information on the college admissions process, financial aid requirements, and scholarship opportunities. 

Application Forms

Applications are no longer being accepted as the deadline has passed.

2025 Key Dates

  • March 15: Application priority deadline
  • April 15, by 5 p.m.: Application final deadline
  • End of April: Admission decisions shared
  • May 19 by 5 p.m.: Registration due for accepted scholars
  • June 22, by 4 p.m.: Check into the residence hall
  • June 28, 9:00–11:30 a.m.: Nurturing the Promise—Supporting Your Scholar’s College Journey (workshop for family representatives)
  • June 28, by 4 p.m.: Check out of the residence hall

Participant Handbook & Information

Information for registered scholars including sample daily schedule, packing list, and arrival and departure details. 

Download the 2025 Handbook (PDF)

Contact Information