BigFuture Ambassador Program FAQ
FAQ
Can I sign up to be a BigFuture Ambassador on my own?
Some participants share BigFuture School themselves, while others choose to team up with their fellow students. Some students have even formed Ambassador Clubs and work with a school faculty member for help with scheduling space or other needs. We provide resources and hold regular meetings to help you share BigFuture School. It is up to you to decide who else to involve from your school.
Can any student sign up to be an Ambassador?
The application is open to 10th, 11th and 12th graders that attend schools that offer the PSAT/NMSQT in Fall 2024. The program is open to all students regardless of whether you’re interested in a four-year college, two-year college, or career training. Students under the age of 13 cannot sign up to be a BigFuture Ambassador.
When does the program start and end?
The fall program will run from September to December 2024. The first meeting is the week of September 9. There are two application deadlines (Priority Deadline: July 5, Final Deadline: August 30). Applicants who apply by the early application deadline will be notified of their status by July 22, and those who apply by the final deadline will be notified of their status by September 9.
When are Ambassador meetings?
We’ll hold regular Ambassador meetings between September and December. Meetings are not mandatory, but we strongly encourage Ambassadors to attend to stay in the loop and get strategies to share BigFuture School with classmates.
Meetings will be held at the times below. We have early and late meetings so students from all time zones can join. Each month, you can attend at the time that works better for you.
- Program Kickoff
- Monday, September 16 at 8 PM ET/ 5 PM PT
- Meeting 2
- Monday, September 30 at 7 PM ET/ 4 PM ET
- Tuesday, October 1 at 8 PM ET/ 5 PM PT
- Meeting 3
- Monday, October 14 at 7 PM ET/ 4 PM ET
- Tuesday, October 15 at 8 PM ET/ 4 PM PT
- Meeting 4
- Monday, October 27 at 7 PM/ 4 PM PT
- Tuesday, October 28 at 8 PM ET/ 5 PM PT
- Meeting 5
- Monday, November 18 at 7 PM ET/ 4 PM ET
- Tuesday, November 19 at 8 PM ET/ 4 PM PT
- Meeting 6
- Monday, December 2 at 7 PM ET/ 4 PM PT
- Tuesday, December 3 at 8 PM ET/ 5 PM PT
- End of Program Celebration
- Monday, December 16 at 8 PM ET/ 5 PM PT
How do you select Ambassadors?
This program is open to 10th, 11th and 12th graders who attend schools that offer that PSAT/NMSQT in Fall 2024. All students are eligible to apply, regardless of whether you’re interested in a four-year college, two-year college, or career training. We’re looking for students who:
- Use BigFuture frequently
- Want to do whatever they can to help classmates access free resources
- Are excited to talk to other students and community members about BigFuture
- Want to try creative ways to build awareness on social media and in school
- Are available for monthly meetings
How do I apply, and is there a deadline?
We will have two application deadlines. The priority deadline is July 5. The final application deadline is August 30. Applicants that apply by the priority deadline will be notified of their status on July 22. Students that apply by the final deadline will be notified on September 9. You’ll be asked to share some information about yourself, your school, your availability for meetings, and why you want to be an Ambassador.
When will I find out if I’m accepted?
You will receive an email to the email you use on your application on July 22 if you apply by the early application deadline or September 9 if you apply by the standard application deadline.
What if I can’t post on social media or join Discord?
If you don’t post on social media or join Discord, participation in the program may be challenging. Ambassadors do everything they can to share BigFuture often with as many people as possible. Every Ambassador will have their own link to share with friends. If you don’t use social media, sharing your link and participating in Ambassador programming will be hard. Ambassadors also use Discord to stay in touch with each other and the BigFuture team.
How will you help Ambassadors share BigFuture?
We will share social media posts, flyers, and more to help you show everyone you know how BigFuture School gives them control over their future planning to choose which nonprofit colleges and scholarship providers to connect with, explore college and career guidance, and easily check their scores.
Why do students become Ambassadors?
Past Ambassadors stepped up because they wanted to help their friends. They also appreciated the recognition they earn for their leadership. BigFuture will notify your school if you’re selected for the program. You can also include this activity on your college applications or resume. Ambassadors can earn merch by taking action to share free college and career resources with classmates and caring adults.
Why is there an application to be in the program?
The demand for this program is greater than the number of students we’re able to support, which is why we have an application. We hope to grow more in the future. If you’re not accepted to participate this term, we encourage you to apply again in the future and sign up for BigFuture Live and our other programs.