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We prepare diverse, homegrown leaders to succeed in college and career in order to build more vibrant and equitable communities.
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Introducing Our 2025 Employer Partners

We are very pleased to announce this year’s employer partners for our Seed Internships program! Alongside weekly professional development provided by Degrees of Change, Seed interns gain on-the-job experience at 10+ week internships with top,…

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Lead Here, Lead Now

We are thrilled to share ticket sales have opened for the Degrees of Change annual spring fundraiser! Lead Here, Lead Now Thursday, May 8, 2025 5:30 p.m. – Cocktail Hour 6:40 p.m. – Dinner &…

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What Black History Month Means to Me

By Jalen Webber It’s Black History Month, a time when we celebrate, reflect on, and honor the legacy of Black heroes in America. Although I am grateful for this month—a month that gives Black/African Americans…

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Investing in
Tomorrow's Leaders

At Degrees of Change we are growing scholars and leaders. As a result, new generations of talented and connected, homegrown, college graduates are transforming their home communities and beyond.
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EDUCATIONAL EQUITY

Our scholars defy the status quo, graduating college at double the rate for students from similar demographics.

BRILLIANT LEADERSHIP

Diverse, homegrown leaders build more equitable systems on campus, at home and beyond.

NATIONAL REACH

Our programs support students from 7 communities across 5 states at 24 private and public, 4- and 2-year colleges.
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