1. 16-18 years of age

2. At risk of leaving school before graduating or have already dropped out.

Please do not withdraw applicant unless he/she has been notified of acceptance.

3. Citizen or legal resident of the United States

4. Unemployed or under- employed

5. Not currently on parole or probation for anything other than juvenile status offenses. Not serving time or awaiting sentencing, not under indictment or charged and not convicted of a felony or capital offense.

6. Willing to be drug free

7. Physically and mentally capable to participate in the Program with reasonable accommodation for physical and other disabilities

A drug screening will be conducted at the end of the Pre-ChalleNGe Phase.

If you have questions about eligibility and qualifications for the Mississippi ChalleNGe Academy, call 800-507-6253 today!