Nyah \NEE-YAH\ - is Swahili for ‘purpose’
Save the Date for our 2024 Accelerate Access Awards: May 18, 2024
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Nomination Deadline: April 1st, 2024
Over 3 million students graduate from high school each year, yet
more than 40%
of students from underrepresented backgrounds
don’t make it to college
It’s time to close the gap
We clear the pathway to college for underrepresented students by providing training and tech based tools that remove the practical and systemic barriers to higher education.
We believe that
Access Changes Lives
100%
college matriculation rate
$26 million
total college scholarships won
$100,000
median scholarship award
98%
scholarship win rate
Won over $4.6 million in scholarships
“Because of Access, I was accepted into 15 schools across the country, including all eight Ivy League universities. I also received full tuition scholarships to 14 out of the 15 schools.”
- Ashley Adirika, Harvard University
Won over $280,000 in scholarships
“Access coached me through the college application and scholarship process, preparing me to be a good candidate and win scholarships, including the Posse Foundation.”
- David Barbier, Jr., Syracuse University
Won over $1 million in scholarships
“All those skills that I learned in Access, I was able to apply in real life. Because of Access, I've been granted over a million dollars in scholarships, so I don't pay anything to go to Harvard University.”
- Heavyn Lee, Harvard University
Won over $425,000 in scholarships
“My Nyah Project experience was eye-opening. I got to learn a lot about myself. I learned that I'm stronger than I think I am and I can accomplish more than I set out towards.”
- Daniela Flores, Florida State University
Won over $1 million in scholarships
“Access was crucial in helping me to navigate the beginning of senior year. The tools I received were very helpful and made record keeping really easy.”
- Ryan Rowe, Wellesley College
Won over $500,000 in scholarships
“Nyah Project has been critical to my success by providing me with unique experiences to discuss in my college application and a community of support in all facets.”
- Dewayne Martin, Hamilton College
Unlock Opportunity.
Nyah Project enables underrepresented students to develop the skills and strategies necessary to access college and professional opportunities.
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Students
High School Students:
Develop a successful college admission and scholarship application strategy, as well as leadership skills to help you succeed
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Equip, inspire, and encourage influential and impact-driven students to excel
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