Our Students

CIP students form a diverse, connected, and tight-knit community of motivated young adults

Meet CIP Students

Get to know some of our past and present students.

Angelina

Daniel P.

Elle

Dylan

Caroline

Daniel

Sean

Danard

Jane

John

Lauren

Jonathan

Andrew

Alex

Sheri

Tristin

Cole

Charlie

Paul

The CIP Student Profile

The following information is provided to help better understand the typical type of student enrolled in one of the College Internship Program’s Full-Year Programs.

Ages 18 to 26 years old
Diagnosed with a learning difference, ADHD, and/or on the autism spectrum
Full Scale IQ is typically in the low average to very superior range (80 and above)
Is capable of college work and/or engaging in career readiness training/skill building
Does not engage in violence to themselves, others, or property
Demonstrates no significant behavioral issues; students with limited behavioral issues associated with their diagnoses will be reviewed on an individual basis
Has no current substance abuse issues and has been substance-free for a period of at least one year prior to enrollment
Is compliant with prescribed medications (if applicable) and is able to self-administer medications
Is emotionally and psychologically stable at the time of enrollment
Once weekly therapy is satisfactory to address therapeutic needs
May be socially naïve and awkward and is typically immature as compared to others their age
Is significantly self-directed and requires limited 1:1 intervention/interaction to progress through the day
Is motivated to attend college and/or prepare for the work world; demonstrates adequate ability to self motivate and self direct
Elects to enroll themselves; is not court-ordered or otherwise legally compelled to enroll

Did You Know?

About 50% of CIP students join us coming from high school and the 50% come from either a college experience or another transition or gap year program.