Program Purpose

HBCUvc’s Pathways to Wealth is grounded in the belief that Black wealth is built through intentional connection, intergenerational exchange, and expanded access to opportunity — informed by research, but powered by relationships. The program brings together mentors and conversations that span these pillars — pairing real-world perspective and direct exposure to networks, decision-makers, and pathways often out of reach. By design, Pathways to Wealth is as much about transferring knowledge as it is about bringing the next generation into rooms, relationships, and opportunities that shape long-term outcomes.

We are seeking applicants who demonstrate:

• Leadership and initiative

• Ownership over their career trajectory

• Strong academic preparation and relevant experience

• Readiness to engage meaningfully in a mentor-driven environment

• Long-term potential for high-growth careers and wealth-building pathways

Participants leave with:

• Tactical skills to evaluate compensation, equity, capital, and career decisions

• Direct access to mentors whose insights reflect tangible outcomes that have resulted in building Black wealth for themselves, their families, and their communities

• Expanded networks and exposure to opportunities that shape long-term economic mobility 

• Concrete next steps to apply what they’ve learned as they transition beyond graduation and into the next chapter of their careers

Daily Themes

Each day is tailored to a specific pathway based on career interests:

• Monday — Computer Science & Engineering Careers

• Tuesday — Finance Careers

• Wednesday — Social Impact Careers

• Thursday — Scalable Entrepreneurship

• Friday — Black Women Rising

Please note:
Travel is not provided by HBCUvc.  Breakfast and lunch are provided for all participants.

Sessions are closed-door and will not be recorded. Photography will take place.