Loyola Hope Chicago Scholars

“We know that a college degree is the most powerful tool one can use to maximize career opportunities. That’s why we aim to change the game and redefine the college experience for our scholars in collaboration with our partner institutions.”  Hope Chicago's Chief Executive Officer Dr. Janice Jackson.

The Loyola/Hope Chicago partnership is a culmination of the promise made by Hope Chicago in February of 2022 to five CPS high schools on the city’s South, Southwest, and West Sides. Hope Chicago announced that 4,000 students and either one parent or guardian of each of the selected students would receive access to debt-free higher education. With future cohorts in the works, the partnership with Hope Chicago opens the door for more CPS graduates and their families to experience the world-class Jesuit Catholic education that Loyola has to offer. 

Hope Scholars at the University will receive a full suite of comprehensive support, including tuition, room and board, transition support, academic and social/emotional support, and exclusive access to dedicated support staff on campus. 

Loyola welcomes the first cohort of Hope Chicago Scholars this fall. Also known as "Goal Getters," Hope Chicago Scholar participants will take part in the following academically enriching events and social activities:

• Hope Chicago Summer Transition Workshops and Orientation
• Regular group and one on one meetings with an assigned Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator
• Professional and Co-Curricular Workshops
• Wellness Seminars
• Loyola 360 Retreats
• Mentor program
• Service Days
• Community building activities in Chicago
• On-Campus Employment Assistance
• Student Leadership Enrichments