Question 1

How do I create an account to submit my application?

Accepted Answer

Follow the steps outlined in the video guided walkthrough or PDF guided walkthrough for creating your account.

Do not use a school email to create your account, many school districts restrict who you may receive emails to.

Please check your spam/junk folders for our application automated emails.

Question 2

I am having trouble signing up for an account, what can I do?"

Accepted Answer

Helpful pointers:
Nickname, Username, Email, and should all be the same email address
Password must have a minimum of 8 characters and use both numbers and letter
If you are receiving errors attempting to create your account please be sure you've followed the steps above. If you are still receiving errors, please email applications@clylp.org with the error message you are receiving.
If the error is: "unable to verify your account please try again later" after inputting the verification code emailed to you, please email us right away so we can help create your account. applications@clylp.org

Question 3

I’m having trouble accessing the application after creating my account, what can I do?

Accepted Answer

The “submit application” area will be visible within 24 hours of creating your account. Please wait a minimum of 1 hour after creating your account and return to the application screen. If needed, log out and log in.
If after 24 hours you do not see the “submit application” area, email applications@clylp.org

Question 4

Can I edit my application after I submit?

Accepted Answer

Our current platform does not allow for edits. Please use this checklist to ensure you are prepared to submit. If after submitting you need to provide an additional documents please email applications@clylp.org

Question 5

How should recommenders complete their part?

Accepted Answer

Your will add your recommender's name and email in the application (you can add them and save your application in progress prior to submitting the full application. They will receive an email inviting them to complete the online recommendation.

If they have any questions they can contact us at applications@clylp.org or visit the recommender's page for assistance.

If they do not receive the email provide them the following instructions:

It is likely their email may have been filtered by a school district security filter. You can provide them with the following instructions:
Visit: https://clylp.my.site.com/s/recommender-submission and enter the following information on the first screen:
Recommender Email
Applicant Email:  (insert student email used for account here)
Additional resources for recommenders can be found here: https://www.clylp.org/recommenders

Question 6

Am I required to have 2 recommenders or just 1?

Accepted Answer

Only 1 recommendation is required. You are able to have up to 2 recommenders total.

Question 7

How do I submit my transcript?

Accepted Answer

Scan the transcript into a PDF file and upload it to the online application. You do NOT need an official transcript, a screenshot of your online transcript is sufficient.

What is a transcript:
- A transcript shows the student information, High School information, and all the classes and grades completed and in progress. Some high schools have online portals that you can access the transcript, or you may need to request one directly from your school.

Question 8

What is the status of my application?

Accepted Answer

You will receive emails after you submitted your application and as the application is being reviewed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you do not find an answer to your question, email applications@clylp.org.

Deadline to Apply: March 8, 2026 at 11:59PM

2026 CLYLP Programs

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Who should apply?

What is the cost to attend a CLYLP Program?

Can a current junior who participated in 2025 as a sophomore apply for 2026?

Can I apply to multiple programs?

I don’t identify as Chicana/o/x or Latina/o/x, can I still apply?

Will my student be supervised during the programs?

Can I apply to multiple regional institutes?

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