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Academic S.T.A.R.S.

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Academic S.T.A.R.S. (Students Achieving and Reaching for Success) is a special opportunity for selected students to continue achieving academic excellence beyond high school and into college. Over this seven-week summer program, you will learn more about your culture as an African American, Latinx, Native American or Multi-Race identifying student while:

  • Earning six free college credits
  • Being part of a community with other students, professors and staff
  • Building up your academic, personal, professional and social skills to help you in college
  • Gaining a deeper sense of pride in your cultural identity 

Program Cost

This program is completely free to students! The Moore  Center pays for:

  • Tuition and Fees
  • Books and Course materials
  • Housing
  • Meals

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Application + Timeline

We currently are NOT accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. 

If you need any additional information or have any questions, please contact the Moore Center at (330) 672-3560 or via email at SMC@kent.edu


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