Atlantis University and OYC Miami Formalize Partnership to Expand Educational Access and Create Pathways to Generational Success

Partnership signed September 15 at OYC Miami brings together two neighboring organizations to expand access to higher education, scholarships, college readiness, and career-development opportunities.

MIAMI, FL — September 15, 2026 — Leaders from Atlantis University (AU) and OYC Miami came together on September 15 at OYC Miami to formally sign a strategic partnership agreement focused on expanding access to higher education and creating new educational and career pathways for youth, adults, and families throughout the community.

The signing marks the beginning of a collaborative effort between two neighboring Miami organizations with complementary missions and a shared commitment to strengthening the community they serve.

OYC Miami has long served as a hub for youth development, family support, workforce readiness, mentorship, athletics, and community empowerment. Through this partnership, Atlantis University will bring a higher-education component to that work, connecting OYC Miami participants and families with greater access to postsecondary education, financial aid guidance, college-readiness resources, professional development, and career-focused learning opportunities.

At the heart of the partnership is a shared belief that education can be a doorway to generational growth, success, and wealth. Access to education can do more than change the trajectory of one student—it can create opportunities that extend to families, future generations, and the communities they call home.

“Atlantis University is honored to stand alongside OYC Miami in this effort,” said Sam Glyn, Director of Admissions and Development at Atlantis University. “As a university that is part of this community, we believe our responsibility extends beyond the walls of our campus. Higher education should be accessible, relevant, and connected to the communities we serve. Through this partnership, we hope to help individuals see education not only as a degree, but as a pathway to greater opportunity for themselves and their families.”

As part of the partnership, Atlantis University will offer up to two full-ride degree scholarships for eligible OYC Miami-affiliated individuals, creating opportunities for both a young adult and an adult learner to pursue higher education. Additional scholarship eligibility information and application details are available at oyc.atlantisuniversity.online.

“This partnership between Atlantis University and OYC Miami will help bridge the gap between education and opportunity by connecting our students and families to scholarships, valuable resources, and meaningful learning experiences,” said Tina Brown, CEO of OYC Miami. “Together, we are creating pathways that will empower members of our community to build successful futures.”

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A Partnership That Extends Beyond Scholarships

The collaboration between OYC Miami and Atlantis University is designed to create an ongoing educational presence within the community—not simply a one-time scholarship initiative.

Partnership activities will include college-access and readiness programming, financial aid and FAFSA education, Atlantis University College Days, participation in OYC Miami community and family events, professional-development opportunities, and opportunities to explore internships and experiential learning.

Through these initiatives, OYC Miami and Atlantis University aim to help individuals move from exposure to education, education to career opportunity, and career opportunity to greater economic mobility.

Neighbors Investing in the Same Community

The proximity of OYC Miami and Atlantis University gives the partnership special significance. The September 15 signing represents more than an agreement between two organizations—it reflects a commitment by neighbors to invest together in the future of the community they share.

For Atlantis University, the partnership represents an opportunity to serve as an educational neighbor, helping connect OYC Miami’s extensive community-development work with accessible pathways into postsecondary education and career advancement.

For OYC Miami, the collaboration strengthens an already comprehensive network of services by creating a direct bridge to higher education for youth, adults, and families seeking to take the next step in their educational and professional journeys.

Together, OYC Miami and Atlantis University are working toward a shared vision: a community in which education creates opportunity, opportunity creates economic mobility, and that mobility creates lasting generational impact.

About OYC Miami

OYC Miami is a community development organization that provides a set of comprehensive programs and services for youth, adults and families in our community. As a year-round servicing agency, OYC Miami positively elevates people through educational, health and wellness, social, financial and career programs.

About Atlantis University

Atlantis University is a Miami-based institution of higher education committed to providing career-focused educational opportunities designed to prepare students for success in an evolving global workforce. Through undergraduate and graduate programs, professional education, and community partnerships, Atlantis University works to expand access to education and connect learning with meaningful career and economic opportunities.