Core Programs

Raise Scholars

Raise Scholars empowers high school students with a strong interest in attending U-M by providing impactful pre-college experiences and personalized support.

Where We Serve

  • Chandler Park Academy High School, Harper Woods
  • Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, Detroit
  • Southfield High School for the Arts & Technology, Southfield
  • University High School Academy, Lathrup Village

Fast Facts

About Raise Scholars

Supported six students committing to U-M in its first cohort.

Offers faculty connections events to foster belonging and support.

Provides scholarship boot camps and writing workshops.

I enjoyed talking to the faculty about their college experiences.

Aniya H.

Our History

2024

Plans to increase collaboration with community-based organizations.

Added career exploration activities during youth summer camps.

Expanded faculty involvement to connect scholars with academic resources.

2023

Scholars participated in cultural enrichment workshops and faculty mentoring.

Organized dedicated campus visits for admitted students.

First cohort saw six scholars commit to U-M Ann Arbor.

Launched Faculty Connections events to foster student belonging at U-M.

2022

Began specialized support for early action applications to U-M.

2021

Hosted application workshops with U-M Sweetland Writing Center.

Program launched to support high school students with U-M aspirations.

Raise Scholars in action

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Contact Us

Questions for Raise Scholars?

For more information, contact:

Dyrel Johnson

Senior Program Manager

(734) 647-1402