Become a Cadet
We offer two cycles per year, in January and July. Our program provides a wealth of educational enrichment offered by the staff and facilities with the SC National Guard’s commitment to serving South Carolina’s youth.
SC Youth ChalleNGe Academy
WHERE CHANGE HAPPENS
Become a Cadet
About Our Program
The South Carolina National Guard wants to challenge you with a opportunity for success. The Youth ChalleNGe Academy is designed to help youth acquire the basic skills and education necessary to succeed in life.
Learn MoreCadet Application
Become a Mentor
For the Youth ChalleNGe program, mentoring is a supportive one-to-one relationship between an adult and a youth, developed to facilitate the youth’s educational, social and personal growth.
Mentor Application
Job ChalleNGe Program
An optional second program of South Carolina Youth ChalleNGe Academy that provides graduates of the Youth ChalleNGe Program with an opportunity to further their success with vocational training and career readiness through partnerships with technical colleges and vocational schools.
Eligibility
Learn more about eligibility for the SC Youth ChalleNGe.
Get in Contact
Questions about SC Youth ChalleNGe? Get in touch with us.
