PSS Changes Your Future.

PSS College Prep Week a one-week college prep program for Indiana Hispanic/Latino/e high school sophomores and juniors who want to go to college. Each year, 75-85 students are selected to tour several university campuses over the course of one week. They learn critical information that allows them to realize their personal strengths, academic paths, and even choice of university. During this week, our students get to experience college life, staying overnight in the dorms and eating in the dining halls at each campus. They meet new friends from all corners of Indiana, building not only their peer network but also their professional network!

Who Should Apply?

Eligibility for Project Stepping Stone:

• Applicants must be of Hispanic/Latino/Latine heritage

• Must be currently enrolled as a Sophomore or Junior at an Indiana high school

• Minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)

• Must be interested in attending college

NOTE: You do not have to be 100% Hispanic/Latino/e to apply and all sessions at Project Stepping Stone are in English.

IMPORTANT: Students will be selected holistically based on their application, essays, and letter of recommendation. Use the application to show us who you are, what you’re passionate about, why you want to continue your education after high school, and why you want to be part of PSS!

The #PSSindy2024 Application opens January 15, 2024

Next summer’s PSS Program will be held June 8-15, 2024 and current High School Sophomores and Juniors are eligible to apply. We invite PSS Alumni to check out the Ambassador & Intern applications!

PSS Week at a Glance

Your week at the PSS College Prep program begins on a Saturday afternoon with check-in and registration. For the next week, you will meet new friends from across the state and visit several college/university campuses. 

During the week you will meet other high-achieving Hispanic/Latino/e high school students who are driven to attend college, just like you. At first it maybe a little scary meeting so many strangers, but everyone makes friends quickly and starts having fun on the first day! Relax and be yourself. Our PSS Ambassadors, Interns, and Mentors will be with you throughout the week to answer and questions you may have.

As we travel from campus to campus you will learn the ins and outs of college life and hear from admissions counselors at each university/college that we visit. You’ll learn about the classes, majors, and student life at each campus and what they can offer you as a potential student. At each campus, you’ll also receive valuable information about paying for college, including financial aid, grants, and scholarships.

We’ll take time to go in-depth on how to choose what to study in college, assess and reflect on your academic strengths and interests. We’ll also focus on strengthening your leadership and professional skills like time management, personal money management, résumé building, interview skills, and even professional dining etiquette so you are best equipped to succeed in college and in your careers!

The program ends with a special graduation ceremony that your friends and families will be invited to attend. You’ll enjoy a special keynote speaker who will motivate you on your journey toward higher education. As PSS week ends, you'll take many great memories with you and can follow PSS and graduating class on social media to stay connected!

The Eight Day Forecast

DAY 1     
Building The Team
Meet your mentors, Team-building activities, How to Make the Most of PSS Week

DAY 2     
Building Leaders
StrengthsFinder Assessments & Choosing a College Major, Resume Writing

DAY 3     
Making Choices
Finding the Right College for YOU, College Application Process, Etiquette dinner

DAY 4     
Following Your Dream
Paying for College, Financial Literacy 101

2023 University Partners

(2024 Universities to be announced soon!)