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APPLICATION FOR 2026/27 COHORT OPENING FEBRUARY 1ST 2026

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 CONGRESSIONAL AND GOVERNORS REMARKS ON ADC 

ADC STUDENT MATRICULATION RATE TO FOUR-YEAR COLLEGES
FOR NINE CONSECUTIVE YEARS

100%

97%

COLLEGE GRADUATION RATE FROM FOUR‑YEAR COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES  — NINE YEARS IN A ROW!

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APPLICATION FOR the 2026/27 COHORT OPENING FEBRUARY 1ST 2026

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Our Mission

ADC is the first 501(c)(3) nonprofit specializing in college access for immigrant, as well as first-generation American students of African heritage living in the United States.

​Make a Tax-Deductible Charitable Contribution Today!

African Diaspora College Access Program (ADC)

“I’d like to see these kids take initiative, whatever profession they’re in... I want to see them in positions of leadership.”

- Matheos Mesfin

Founder & Executive Director
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Our Services

ADC (formerly known as IEA) champions higher education access and success by connecting African student communities with experienced and vetted mentors who offer personalized guidance, steadfast support, and essential resources to foster long-term achievement.

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Make a Tax-Deductible Charitable Contribution Today!

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Recognition
“More than just applications and interview training, the process involves taking students on college trips, reassuring parents, and outreach within close-knit communities..."

Washingtonians of the Year 2018

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Ready to find out more?

Application for the 2026-2027 school year opening soon!

OPEN FEB 1ST 2026

AFRICAN DIASPORA COLLEGE ACCESS PROGRAM
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