Mentorship
Positive role models help participants build confidence, character, and accountability.
BETHUNE-COOKMAN • BLACK MALE COLLEGE EXPLORERS • EST 1993
Explore your
potential. Lead
with purpose.
A community of mentors, opportunities, and experiences helping young men prepare for what comes next.
Photo: Lance Rothwell Photography
01 / WHO WE ARE
More than a program.
A pathway forward.
The Black Male College Explorers Program (BMCEP) empowers young men in grades 5–12 through mentorship, academic enrichment, leadership development, college and career exploration, and life skills.
In a supportive environment, participants build confidence, strengthen character, improve academic performance, and develop the tools to lead in their families and communities. Through year-round programming, college tours, cultural experiences, career exposure, and community service, BMCEP helps young men envision and pursue success beyond high school.
See what the experience includes
02 / THE EXPERIENCE
Built for the
whole journey.
Every opportunity is designed to support academic growth and personal development.
Academic enrichment
Support and encouragement strengthen study habits and academic readiness.
Leadership
Young men practice communication, teamwork, service, and responsible decisions.
College & careers
Campus visits and career exposure help make future possibilities tangible.
Life skills
Practical experiences prepare participants for relationships, responsibility, and adulthood.
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When young men can see what is possible, they can begin to build a path toward it.
THE BMCEP COMMITMENT03 / OUR APPROACH
A year-round
path to what's next.
BMCEP connects learning with experience, so students can discover their strengths and put them into action.
Learn
Academic enrichment, study habits, and life skills build a strong foundation.
Explore
College tours, cultural experiences, and career exposure expand horizons.
Lead
Mentoring and leadership practice develop voice, character, and responsibility.
Serve
Community service helps participants turn their growth into positive citizenship.
04 / THE FUTURE
From exploration
to achievement.
BMCEP creates space for young men to picture a future that includes high school completion, higher education, meaningful careers, and a lasting commitment to service.
- Confidence & character
- College & career awareness
- Excellence & service
05 / IN THE COMMUNITY
Moments that
make a difference.
A glimpse into the relationships and experiences that shape the BMCEP journey.
Photos from the BMCEP Facebook page. Formal group portrait © Lance Rothwell Photography.
06 / GOOD TO KNOW
Questions?
Start here.
Program details can change. The BMCEP team can share the latest enrollment and activity information.
Who can participate in BMCEP?
The current program synopsis describes young men in grades 5–12. Please confirm current eligibility with the BMCEP team before applying.
Is BMCEP only a summer program?
No. BMCEP's synopsis describes year-round programming, including mentoring, enrichment, tours, and community experiences.
What kinds of activities are included?
Activities may include academic enrichment, leadership development, life skills, college tours, cultural experiences, career exposure, and community service.
How do families get started?
Use the contact options below to ask the team about current enrollment, eligibility, and next steps.
Are transportation, meals, or fees provided?
Contact the BMCEP team for current information about logistics and costs.
07 / TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Your future
starts here.
Whether you're a parent, student, educator, or potential mentor, we'd love to help you take the next step with BMCEP.
2026–2027 APPLICATION
Parents and guardians can complete the official application online and sign electronically.
Start the application Email the program team Contact: Jermaine McKinney · (386) 481-2358