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The Pathways Program is committed to providing historically underrepresented scholars with holistic services and support to meet their needs through inquiry, transition, graduation, and post-graduation. We strive to enhance educational opportunities through our inclusive comprehensive programs and individual mentoring. 

Upcoming Programs 

2023-2024 Academic Year   

Discover USI-An all-inclusive overnight program beginning on Sunday. Scholars attend a university class the following Monday. Grades 9-11 

Nov. 12-13, 2023 (Tentative)              Mar. 17-18, 2024                                      

Access Granted- An overnight fun-themed weekend program. Scholars spend the weekend in campus housing to gain exposure to USI, participate in leadership activities, career exploration, and more! Grades 10-12

Aug. 18-20, 2023                                  Apr. 19-21, 2024

Affinity Days-A one day event showcasing Black and Latinx cultures providing scholars with a cultural immersion experience. Grades 9-12

Sept. 29, 2023                                       May 3, 2024

Pathways Forms

Request Form- This form will allow individuals to do the following: 

  • Request a Pathways employee to visit your school, community program, or center
  • Request a visit to USIs campus through the Pathways Program
  • Request pre-collegiate help with test-taking strategies, USI admissions process, or financial aid process

Discover USI/Access Granted Application- We accept applications for our overnight programs throughout the year. 

Affinity Day Sign Up- If you are interested in our Affinity Day programming, please use this sign up form. 

Recommender's Form- Have a student or a group of students you recommend for the Pathways program? Fill out this form, and we will do the rest!

Video/Photo Release- We love to take pictures! Pictures will be used for the website, presentations, and marketing.