Your Blueprint to Scholarships, Internships, and Job Offers.

Securing elite scholarships, fellowships, and internships to not only pay college but also pave the way for lifelong success.

HBCU Scholarship Community for Parents (Free)
Connect, learn, and grow in a community of parents. Attend free weekly webinars and get actionable scholarship advice.
The Academic Online Course & Community
Access our library of webinars, guides, and checklists. Hone your scholarship skills with our weekly Q&A sessions.
The Academic Hustle Mentoring Program (Premium)
Get personalized one-on-one support, bi-weekly mentoring, and exclusive access to all our services and monthly bootcamps.

Our Mission

Our Mission

Preparing the Next
Generation of Leaders

Gain Financial Freedom through The Academic Hustle

College is not just a destination but a journey towards financial independence, professional development, and global exposure. Our mission is to empower families by equipping their children with the skills and opportunities to thrive in college and beyond.

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How We're Different

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Holistic Approach
Our focus extends beyond college admissions, preparing students for all facets of life with a comprehensive strategy that nurtures academic, personal, and professional growth.
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Scholarships Done Differently
We do not consider scholarships just a way to pay for school. We see them as opportunities to get paid to become who we want to be—debt-free.
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Global Opportunities
We expose students and parents to a world of possibilities including award-winning educational programs, competitive internships, and prestigious international fellowships, designed to elevate your academic and professional journey on a global scale.

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Scholarships

What People Are Saying

Parents, students, educators, administrators, and college presidents
“Before school even started, I was able to secure a two-year paid fellowship and a paid undergraduate research position all within my field of study.”
Chanice McClover-Lee
Debt-Free Graduate of Howard University
“Matthew’s personal transformation, combined with a clear game plan for how students can finance their college education, strikes the perfect balance between inspiration and action"
Dr. Rosyln Clark Artis
President of Benedict College
"Before taking your class, I understood who I was but didn’t know what to do with it. After taking your course, I now know who I want to be and how to get there"
T. J. Adams
Silver Knight Award Winner, Morehouse College Student
“Matthew is one of our best. Through The Academic Hustle, he distills the wisdom gained from his national award-winning research on our members and his personal transformation into a manual for excellence in education and beyond.”
Al Dotson
Chairman Emeritus, 100 Black Men of American, Inc.
“The way he works with our young people it is amazing, the patience, the upbeat tone, the funny stories, he makes sure no one is lost, taking notes, taking them through college applications.”
Rosalind Clemons
Bootcamp Participant & Parent of a Praire View A&M University Student
“The Academic Hustle is filled with nuggets of insight and wit from one who succeeded against the odds and aims to inspire others to academic achievement and personal fulfillment.”
Dr. Robert M. Franklin
President Emeritus of Morehouse College

“It is realistic, real life, and it shows us how easy it is to achieve what you want in life. He put it in a language that kids can understand and they can relate to…”

Jack & Jill Mother and Daughter

“You showed me that college life is really fun and it was worth something to go and obtain.”

High School Students

“I earned over 15,000 in scholarships to study abroad in Cape Town South Africa and…got a thousand dollar scholarship in a week after preparing myself.”

College Student

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