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Creating equitable pathways to master's, doctoral, & certificate programs

Black students represent less than 6% of incoming master's and doctoral students at research institutions.

Jobs that require a master's degree or higher at entry-level are projected to be the fastest-growing segment of the workforce between 2014 and 2024.

$117,400

Household heads with a master’s degree have a median household income of $117,400. The median for professional and doctoral degrees are $162,100 and $142,300, respectively. The household median for a bachelor’s degree holder is $100,200 .7

Our Why

We believe underrepresented communities deserve and have the right to equitable opportunities to create and use generational prosperity for themselves, their families and communities. Advanced (graduate) education and thriving careers are a primary gateway to achieving this reality.

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Graduate School Readiness Programs

Our programs offer an ecosystem of support for prospective and current graduate students seeking advanced education, greater career mobility, and industry & community influence.

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Ambassador Fellowship

Leadership Brainery Ambassadors (LBAs) are in a cohort for 18-months to develop personally and professionally, ensure they meet the necessary admissions prerequisite and requirements, build social capital with peers and industry leaders, and remain on track for postgraduate enrollment.

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Graduate School Summit

Join diverse, prospective graduate students from every field at our industry-driven workshops. Gain exclusive insights into the graduate school admissions process, discover dynamic career pathways, and elevate your personal development as an early career professional.

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Dear Future Colleague

Dear Future Colleague is an online platform that provides recruitment opportunities, mentorship, and application resources for underrepresented graduate school applicants — including people of color, individuals from a lower socioeconomic status, and LGBTQ+ individuals.