The Career Prep application is now CLOSED.
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Return to the Career Prep page2024-25 Application Priority Deadlines: Coming Soon
Eligibility Requirements*
- College sophomore (graduating in Fall 2026, Spring 2027, Summer 2027 – Summer 2027 includes July and August of 2027.)
- U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident (includes DACA participants)
- African American, Latine, or Native American (if you represent more than one racial/ethnic identity, one of them must be African American, Latine, or Native American)
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Career interest in Business or Technology (but we accept all majors)
- Ability to complete monthly assignments and attend all virtual or in-person seminars required for the completion of the program
- Enrollment in a four-year granting institution
*Applicants must not be pursuing graduate school or any other professional school immediately after completing undergrad.
Application Components
All Career Prep application materials must be submitted through our online portal. Please do not send materials (including transcripts) via mail or email. We recommend completing the application on a laptop or desktop. There are five tasks to complete initially as a part of the application process.
Application Form
When filling out the Career Prep application form, candidates will provide basic information, including:
- Demographics
- Work Experience
- College/University Experience
- Extracurricular Activities and Leadership Impact
- Career and Industry Interests
Program Tracks
In the Preliminary Eligibility section of the application, you’ll be asked to select a Career Prep program track:
Career Prep uses program tracks to guide the learning of Career Prep Fellows. Think of the ‘program track’ as you would your college major—an area of study that will shape your experience in the program through tailored material and coach-matching. If you are unsure of which program track you are interested in, read more about our offerings to determine which one suits you best.