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The Penn Rising Scholar Success Academy (PennRSSA) is a free, virtual, college preparatory and career exploration program designed for rising high school seniors across Philadelphia. Rising seniors enrolled in School District of Philadelphia, public charter, and Archdiocese of Philadelphia high schools are eligible to participate, regardless of their academic record.
In the fall of their senior year, students are invited to enroll in the Countdown to College program, which provides students with ongoing virtual support throughout their college application process.
Eligibility
PennRSSA programs are open to any student in a School District of Philadelphia, Archdiocese of Philadelphia, or Philadelphia public charter school.
Our programs welcome students of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. There are no academic prerequisites (e.g., GPA, test score).
Summer Academy students will participate the summer between their junior and senior year.
The Countdown to College program is for high school seniors.
How to Apply
Interested in applying for a PennRSSA program? Students who meet the eligibility criteria above are invited to submit an application.
Applications for the 2023 PennRSSA Summer Academy are now open!
Follow us on Instagram @pennrssa for future program updates, reminders, and more! Or, contact us by email at penn-rssa@upenn.edu
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