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Background:
EQT has been the sponsor of this program since its inception
in 1995. ASPIRE is governed by a committee, and made
up of students and EQT employees who volunteer
their time because they believe in community involvement.
Unique to the Pittsburgh, ASPIRE has teamed up with Junior
Achievement.
The Mentorship Program:
Beginning each summer, and continuing for a two-year period,
selected students will be eligible for the mentorship program.
Mentors will:
- Develop a professional relationship with the student
which provides encouragement, guidance, direction and support;
- Assist the student with making college choices;
- Assist the student in setting academic and career goals.
Throughout the year, the students will participate in:
- Educational workshops
- Social activities
- Recreational events
- Community activities
The Scholarship Program:
- Awards four $2,500 scholarships to seniors who are currently
in the program;
- Scholarships are renewable for up to four years and can
total $10,000 each;
- Awards are based on the essay, participation, mentor
partnership and the overall application
Student requirements:
Students admitted into the ASPIRE program
are:
- College/University-bound looking to pursue a four year
degree
- Individuals with grade point averages of 2.75 or higher
- Sophomores, during the application process
- Students with identifiable developmental areas
- Willing to commit to a mentoring relationship
- Able to access the internet for the purposes of enrollment
and RSVPing for events.
Applying for the program:
Student selection:
- Screenings and possibly an interview
- Acceptance into the program in March
- Mentor matching
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