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APPLY TO BE A STUDENT

Breakthrough Atlanta provides a six-year, tuition-free, year-round program that provides a pathway to college for Atlanta’s middle and high school students. Read the program overview.

While the summer 2024 application period isn’t open yet, please fill out a new student interest form to let us know if you’re interested in applying.

“This program is amazing. It’s a lot of kids who are on the same page as you. Kids that you get to know and enjoy being around. I have amazing teachers; they’ve taught me that life won’t always be easy, but always try your best, and you will succeed.” – Kendrell

IS YOUR CHILD ELIGIBLE?

Requirements:

  • A current 6th or 7th grader who attends an Atlanta-area public or public charter school
  • A student who is highly recommended by teachers or counselors

Priority will be given to students who:

  • Qualify for free or reduced school meal
  • Have parents who have not yet earned a degree from a 4-year college or university

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Our summer 2024 application period isn’t open yet, but please fill out a student interest form to let us know you’re interested.  When open, applicants are required to complete the online application.

Important notes:

  • You do not have to complete the online application all at once. You can save and resume the online application later
  • Parents must complete a separate application for each child

2024 Summer Program

 The application period for summer 2024 isn’t open yet but please fill out a student interest form to let us know you’re intersted.

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