Equalizing Education.
Achieving Success.

Supporting young people growing up in diverse underserved communities to gain access to higher education, helping them fulfill their dreams.

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The Class of 2026 is CollegeBound!

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Girls’+ Education

Equalizing educational pathways for girls+, and enhancing school culture to develop student leaders nationwide.

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College Access & Success

Supporting all students to access resources and develop leadership skills to prepare them for post-secondary success.

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Stories of Impact

The Latest News and Stories from across Student Leadership Network

  • From Rego Park to Cambridge: Michael’s Road to MIT

    When Michael Y., a senior at Union Square Academy for Health Sciences, submitted his application to the Massachusetts Institute of…

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  • Interview with Jeanne Magram: Taking a Seat at the Table — One Scientist’s Approach to Giving Back

    How did you first learn about Student Leadership Network, and what drew you to the organization? I was living in…

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  • The Bronx to Rose Hill and Beyond: Bryan’s Blueprint for a Better Tomorrow 

    Meet Bryan G.J., Salutatorian of his graduating class at Validus Preparatory Academy, Hagan Scholar, and a young man with a…

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Student Leadership Network Alumni

Support Through College and Beyond

The College Persistence team supports Student Leadership Network alumni with resources and programs to help navigate college, career, and more.

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Expanding Educational Access for All

We take our vision of increased educational access seriously and are working towards it in an intentional and progressive manner. Check out our nationwide impact.

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2X

Our students earn
college degrees at
double the rate of
students nationally.

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Nearly 80,000 students have been impacted nationwide to date.

$1B

Since 2001, our graduates have secured nearly $1 billion in scholarships and financial aid.

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