Onward Scholars is a launchpad. We select high-potential students to receive four years of personalized support, bold opportunities and a welcoming community, to help them thrive in high school and beyond.
The Onward
Scholars Program
Our Philosophy
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Personalized Mentorship
Our relationships go beyond academics. We listen, guide, and walk alongside each student with care, faith and consistency.
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Community & Belonging
Through small groups and shared experience, students find a place where they are seen, valued, and supported.
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Belief in Potential
We see and support the whole student — not just for who they are today, but for who they’re becoming.
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Bold Opportunity
We provide the tools, encouragement, and access students need to dream big and act bravely through our relationships with colleges and our alumni network.
Our Mission
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Attract, enroll, and prepare student leaders with strong academic records to attend the nation’s best universities and graduate on time with low debt
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Empower Scholars through academic and interpersonal skill development to be confident leaders on and off campus
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Foster an environment that equips Scholars with confidence, resilience, and a growth mindset to reach their greatest potential in and outside of academia
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Expose Scholars to opportunities that instill a love of service in line with program philosophy