named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Academic Tutoring and Enrichment
Personalized tutoring and academic support for middle and high school scholars
College Information Sessions and Tours
Year-round college visits and information sessions to expose students to postsecondary opportunities
Mentorship Program
One-on-one and group mentorship from professionals and community leaders to guide personal and academic development
Social Enrichment
Activities including job shadowing, team building, developmental workshops, and career fairs to support holistic growth
Summer Academy
Six-week residential program at a local university offering intensive academic and social enrichment across five disciplines
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Academic enrichment and tutoringDelivers academic tutoring, enrichment in core disciplines, and individualized academic support to high-potential students from underserved communities to improve educational outcomes and promote equity.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- College readiness and postsecondary access programmingProvides college information sessions, campus tours, and personalized guidance to expose students to postsecondary education and support college enrollment, with over 90% of participants enrolling in college, many as first-generation attendees.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Mentorship and leadership developmentProvides mentorship from professionals and community leaders, fosters leadership potential, and offers workshops and team-building activities to develop initiative, resilience, and community engagement among youth.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Personal and career development programmingOffers workshops and individualized support in financial literacy, career readiness, life skills, job shadowing, and career fairs to prepare students for long-term success beyond school.
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Summer Academic Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Summer residential academic and enrichment programOperates a six-week summer residential program at a local university where students attend classes in five academic disciplines, supplemented by intensive academic and social enrichment activities designed to support personal and educational growth.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
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1 years on record · 2023–2023
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 6
- Aqiyla Ames — Board Member
- Jorome Simon — Board Member
- Linelle F Campbell — Board Member
- Prince Snetter — Board Member
- Shanell Davis — Board Member
- Yuri Job — Board president/Act. CEO
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Columbia Partner — Higher education institution where Urban Scholars alumni have attended.
- HBCUs across the country Partner — Institutions where Urban Scholars alumni have graduated from, indicating partnerships with historically Black colleges and universities.
- NYU Partner — Higher education institution where Urban Scholars alumni have attended.
- New York City Government — Location of program participants and operational focus.
- SUNY campuses Partner — Network of public universities where Urban Scholars alumni have attended.
- USVI Government — Location of program participants and operational focus.
- USVI Partner — Collaborates with partners in the U.S. Virgin Islands to deliver the Urban Scholars Program.
- admissions@uspny.org Partner — Point of contact for schools interested in hosting the Urban Scholars program.
- employers Partner — Works with employers to support student career development and postsecondary pathways.
- local schools Partner — Collaborates with local schools to support student development and postsecondary readiness.
- organizations Partner — Partners with local organizations to expand program impact for underrepresented youth.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collaborative Partnership Modelmethodology: collaborative_partnership_modelBy partnering with schools, employers, and community organizations, the organization amplifies its reach and impact because coordinated ecosystems of support increase access to resources, opportunities, and real-world experiences that enhance student development.
- Holistic Youth Developmentmethodology: holistic youth developmentBy integrating academic support, mentorship, leadership development, and personal growth programming, the organization improves educational outcomes and postsecondary success for underserved youth because addressing multiple dimensions of development concurrently helps students overcome systemic barriers and build the competencies needed for long-term achievement.
- Individualized Mentorship Networkmethodology: individualized_support_with_mentorshipBy providing tailored academic and personal support through a network of mentors and educators, the organization increases college completion and leadership outcomes because sustained, relational guidance helps students navigate institutional challenges and persist through postsecondary pathways.
- Residential College Readiness Modelmethodology: residential summer academyBy immersing students in a residential summer academy that combines rigorous academic instruction with social enrichment and college exposure, the organization increases postsecondary aspiration and readiness because experiential engagement with college environments and expectations builds identity, familiarity, and preparedness for higher education.