This class will travel to Knoxville, Tennessee and Birmingham, Alabama from Sunday, March 23, 2025, through Saturday, March 29, 2025. 

While on the trip, participants will be visiting two golf courses, eight colleges, as well as cultural sites and sounds. They will have the opportunity to play golf in both states, and there will also be fun nights out!

Each participant will need approximately $200 spending money for personal purchases including souvenirs, personal items not directly related to the planned activities, and some meals. More details to follow, after the Road Trip For Success deposit is made.

Due to the nature of our highly anticipated RTFS, spots will be limited, and students must be in good standing to participate. To be eligible to participate in the RTFS participants MUST:

Apply for admission to at least three colleges that we will visit on the RTFS. The colleges we plan to visit are:

• Alabama State University (Free to apply)
• Alabama A&M University (Free to apply)
• University of Alabama – Tuscaloosa
• Miles College (Free to apply)
• University of Tennessee – Knoxville
• Maryville College
• University of Tennessee – Chattanooga
• Samford University

The direct participation cost for this experience is $400. To confirm your intent to participate, you must submit a non-refundable deposit of $100. We accept the following payment methods: Cash, Money Order, Check, and Credit Cards (card holder must be present to charge). Please review the following payment structure to ensure your participation:

• Monday/Wednesday Cohort
• Monday, February 10, 2025 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT DUE-$100
• Wednesday, March 5, 2025 REMAINING BALANCE DUE-$300
• Tuesday/Thursday Cohort
• Tuesday, February 11, 2025 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT DUE-$100
• Thursday, March 6, 2025 REMAINING BALANCE DUE-$300

Please note that each participant must have a signed Commitment Form to submit a deposit.

Failure to pay the deposit by the due dates will forfeit your participation in the RTFS.

One of the most transformational elements of our program is the Road Trip for Success College Tour. This weeklong, out-of-state travel and learning experience combines eight college visits, cultural exposure, and the game of golf. The trip is open to all program participants and is one of the highlights of the program, providing a journey of bonding and learning. 

This annual trip occurs during Spring Break and is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to:

• Travel – For many students, this is their first trip outside of the state
• Tour college campuses and meet with school administrators
• Play a round of golf at prestigious golf courses
• Explore a variety of cultural and historical sites
• Meet College Career & Beyond | Midnight Golf Program alumni who are enrolled in college 

With the majority of our students coming from low-to-moderate-income families, affordability is crucial to make this trip accessible and successful. Participants are asked to pay $400 each. Those who cannot afford it can apply for a full subsidy. Participant fees cover a small portion of the overall budget with the remaining revenue consisting of grant funding, corporate sponsorship, our annual Bowl-A-Thon fundraiser and individual donations.