BigFuture Ambassador Program FAQ
FAQ
Can I sign up to be a BigFuture Ambassador on my own?
Yes, all you have to do is apply via our application when it opens. More information on our spring 2024 BigFuture Ambassador program applications will be shared at a later date.
Can any student sign up to be an Ambassador?
The BigFuture Ambassador program is open to rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders that attend schools that offer the PSAT/NMSQT or SAT School Day, 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 2024 program runs from September to December 2024.
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. 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
More information on our spring 2024 BigFuture Ambassador program applications will be shared at a later date.
How do I apply, and is there a deadline?
Our fall 2024 applications are closed. More information on our spring 2024 BigFuture Ambassador program applications will be shared at a later date.
When will I find out if I’m accepted?
You will receive an email to the email you use on your application on July 14 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 and BigFuture.org tools give them control over their future planning to choose which nonprofit colleges and scholarship provider
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.