Act Six

Chicago

Chicago Act Six Scholars
Act Six Chicago

Diverse Emerging Leaders Who Love Their Community

Act Six brings together diverse, multicultural cadres of young people who want to use their college education to make a difference on campus and in their communities.

Over the past several years Act Six partners have awarded Chicago's most promising urban leaders full-need, full-tuition scholarships.

Discover How the Program Works

Act Six is a proven model for college success and community leadership. Learn more about the four-step process we use to find and equip diverse, transformative community leaders.

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Important Update

Read about the latest Act Six update here.

Act Six Update

Act Six Chicago by the Numbers

46

scholars selected
in 6 cadres since 2015,
with 11 graduates

93%

students of color,
63% low-income, and
61% first-generation

80%

have graduated,
or are still enrolled

67%

volunteer on campus
or in the community

I have felt stretched and encouraged to grow to the fullest extent. There were times when I was forced to think outside of the box and at times this was difficult. But now, I thank the program for this. - Act Six Scholar
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