Grades 9–12
11 HBCUs • 7 Days • One Unforgettable Journey Through the South

The Spring in the South HBCU Tour brings back the classic Kindred experience that has taken hundreds of students across the country to explore college, culture and possibility together. This time, we're heading South for seven days through 11 HBCUs across five states, giving students the chance to experience everything from nationally sought-after institutions to campuses they may discover and fall in love with along the way.

But around here, the campus is never the entire classroom. Students will experience the history, food, culture, people and joy of the South too—with the Kindred Food + Culture NOLA Experience, Black history and cultural stops, signature entertainment, game nights, rec stops and plenty of room to build friendships and make memories along the way.

This is college exploration, the Kindred way.

We've intentionally built a lineup that exposes students to different campus environments, academic strengths, histories and HBCU traditions—because finding the right school starts with knowing just how many possibilities exist.

• Tennessee State University — Nashville, Tennessee
• Alabama A&M University — Huntsville, Alabama
• Clark Atlanta University — Atlanta, Georgia
• Spelman College — Atlanta, Georgia
• Morehouse College — Atlanta, Georgia
• Tuskegee University — Tuskegee, Alabama
• Jackson State University — Jackson, Mississippi
• Alcorn State University — Lorman, Mississippi
• Xavier University of Louisiana — New Orleans, Louisiana
• Dillard University — New Orleans, Louisiana
• Southern University and A&M College — Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Campus experiences may include admissions and financial-aid presentations, guided or ambassador-led tours, student conversations and other opportunities based on university availability.

A college tour can introduce a student to what's possible. We want them prepared to do something with what they discover.

Before departure, Spring in the South students participate in two interactive Kindred Development Days alongside our Final Decision cohort. Sessions are led by trusted community leaders and partners who are already doing the work—bringing real experience, practical tools and honest conversation into the room.

Saturday, January 16 | 10:00 AM–1:30 PM

KNOW YOURSELF
Self-awareness • emotional intelligence • relationships • conflict navigation

KNOW YOUR VOICE
Communication • critical thinking • public speaking • self-advocacy • civic engagement

Saturday, January 23 | 10:00 AM–1:30 PM

KNOW YOUR MONEY
Budgeting • banking • credit • debt • college costs • financial decision-making

KNOW YOUR OPTIONS
College readiness • scholarships • financial aid • college fit • admissions • NCAA eligibility

Each Development Day includes lunch and our Kindred Partner Showcase, connecting students with organizations, programs and people who can be resources well beyond the tour.

After we return, students come back together to turn seven days of exposure into an actual plan. What did you learn? What schools moved up—or off—your list? What do you need to work on? What opportunities should you pursue next?

Students leave with next steps tailored to where they are in their high-school journey.

Every season is intentionally curated around the students, campuses, cities and opportunities we encounter. Students and families can expect:

• 🚌 Round-trip luxury motorcoach transportation from Detroit
• 🏨 Hotel accommodations — triple occupancy
• 🍳 Daily breakfast + dinner
• 🎓 11 HBCU campus experiences
• 💰 Admissions + financial-aid programming when available
• 🧠 The Kindred Development Series
• 🤝 Signature Kindred Meet + Greet before departure
• ⚜️ Kindred Food + Culture NOLA Experience
• 🏛️ Black history + cultural experiences throughout the South
• 🎢 Signature entertainment + attractions
• 🎮 Kindred Game Nights + Rec Stops
• 🌐 Networking opportunities with students, alumni, professionals and community partners when available
• 👕 Signature Kindred merch
• 🩺 Healthcare support while traveling
• ❤️ Background-checked, trauma-informed leadership focused on safety, care and belonging
• 📍 Know Your Next Move post-tour experience

Specific campus programming, attractions, entertainment, networking opportunities and experiences are subject to availability and may vary. Students should bring spending money for lunches, snacks, souvenirs and personal purchases.