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Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS)

Claremont · ★ 4.6 (726 reviews)

PAYS is a free, intensive academic enrichment program at Pomona College for local high school students from...

▌ Editor's read The Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) website loads successfully and describes a free, multi-year academic enrichment program for high-achieving high school students from underrepresented backgrounds in the Inland Empire. The program, established in 1999, aims to prepare students for admission to selective colleges and universities. PAYS is a day program, running for four weeks each summer, and is owned and operated by Pomona College. While the website does not explicitly mention staff background checks, it highlights a commitment to student success. Google reviews for Pomona College average 4.6 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many praising the academic environment and supportive community. The program's focus on college readiness, academic rigor, and providing opportunities for underserved youth are significant strengths.
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Who thrives here Ages 15–16

Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in academic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
27 (1999 years)
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 15–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 333 N. College Way, Claremont, CA 91711, USA
  • Phone: (909) 607-1810
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: All aspects of PAYS programming are of NO COST to PAYS scholars.

↗ What parents like

  • Free of charge
  • Focus on college preparation

↘ Watch for

  • Highly selective
  • Limited to specific counties

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS)

What ages does Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) accept?
Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) is open to children ages 15–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) cost?
Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. All aspects of PAYS programming are of NO COST to PAYS scholars. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS)'s hours?
Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS)?
Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) is operated by a university program, with 1999 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) provide lunch?
Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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