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    • About the Program
    • Application Overview
    • Apply
  • Volunteers
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Class of 2029 applications are open! Start your application here. Application deadline extended to March 14.

Let’s Make Your College and Career Dreams a Reality

Make sure you have all these items ready before beginning the student application form.

  • Ensure you match our student profile.

  • Ask your guidance/college counselor to nominate you for Minds Matter NYC.

  • Ask a teacher to write a recommendation for you.

  • Have your parent/guardian sign the consent form.

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What to Expect

Applications

We accept applications in February and March of your freshman year of high school. When all four sections of your application are complete, you’ll receive an email from us letting you know you’re in the mix!

Interviews

If we think you’d be a great fit, you’ll be invited in May to an in-person interview with the MMNYC team.

Decisions

Decisions are made in June, at which point you’ll learn about next steps.

“Minds Matter NYC is a program that doesn’t just impact me and the students, it makes a difference to our families and communities. Today I am a proud mentor to two amazing high school students because I wanted to give back to a program that has given so much to me.”

—Nadia, MMNYC alum and volunteer

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