High school students beginning their junior year are eligible to apply for the two-year program and complete up to 39 credits of college-level coursework during their final two years of high school. 

Thanks to generous grant funding, we are proud to offer the program and all courses at no cost to students who qualify. 

*Pending continued funding availability.

All Youth Rebel Start Academy students will gain hands-on experience in community-based and/or PK-5 school settings through their paid apprenticeship.

*Up to 10 hrs/week during the school year, 20 hrs/week during summer.

Students receive concierge support and success coaching to help smooth the path along the way to reaching their academic goals.

Rising Juniors complete up to 9 credits of coursework and work a paid apprenticeship for 10-20 hours per week in settings with PK-5 aged students.

Students complete up to 6 credits of early college general education coursework during the academic year and are eligible to work up to 10 hours per week as apprentices.

Rising Seniors complete up to 9 credits of coursework and work a paid apprenticeship for 10-20 hours per week in settings with PK-5 aged students.

Students complete up to 6 credits of early college general education coursework during the academic year and are eligible to work up to 10 hours per week as apprentices.

Students complete a 3-credit apprenticeship as well as a participate in a 6-credit Bridge-to-College experience preparing them for join Rebel Start Academy as undergraduate students and work towards completing all general education courses.

Throughout YRSA, students engage in professional development (PD) and career exploration opportunities broadening their knowledge and experience.