Who Can Apply?
Students are eligible to apply to REACH Memphis if they are
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enrolled in the 10th grade in a public high school in Shelby County, Tennessee.
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taking the highest-level courses offered in your school (Honors/AP/IB) with no semester grades lower than a C.
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maintaining a weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher with
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participating in school and/or community volunteer activities.
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willing to commit to regular participation
in REACH Memphis in preparation for the summer experience and for college admittance. -
responsible and willing to experience independence in different environments.
Why Should I Apply?
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Experience learning by attending in-person or virtual summer programs at preparatory schools, colleges or expeditionary leadership programs.
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Prepare for college by working with our college readiness counselors,
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Participating in college preparation activities and discovering the vast opportunities different colleges
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Transition to college with a network of resources to help you make the most of your freshman year.
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Enjoy a relationship with a REACH Memphis mentor who offers you ongoing support.
How Do I Apply?
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Applications are submitted online. They are screened to make sure they are complete and that applicants meet the eligibility criteria.
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Applicants’ essays and recommendations are reviewed to ensure that students are committed to the program’s goals of supporting them in gaining admission to and achieving success in college.
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Qualified students are invited to be interviewed as part of the selection process.
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Parents and guardians participate in the interview process as an opportunity to receive more in-depth information about the program and for us to learn more about the students.
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Students are notified of their acceptance soon after interviews.
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Accepted students and families are invited to REACH Memphis’ New Student Induction and Orientation.
When Should I Apply?
REACH Memphis applications are submitted online. The application page will go live on September 5th at 7 pm, following our interest meetings, and close on September 30th at midnight.
