The MYC Academy is a 17.5-month, three phase program. Cadets start with a two week Pre-ChalleNGe phase at Fort Custer in Augusta, Michigan. Then, for 20 weeks they live, work, and study on-site with other 16-18 year old cadets.

In that 20 weeks, they will receive 400 hours of classroom instruction to prepare them for the G.E.D. exam. After completion of the 22-week resident phases, cadets graduate and continue their personal growth with an adult mentor, who will provide each graduate with assistance for the next 12 months in their own community.

There is NO COST to the cadet or his/her family for participation in this program. There is NO MILITARY OBLIGATION for participation. 

For more information about the MYC Academy program and how it can change your future, listen to the following Public Service Announcements (MP3 format):

MYCA PSA (30 Second Clip)

MYCA PSA (60 Second Clip)