Program FAQs

  • A: The Ascend Cohort Program, offered by Black Excellence Inc, is a comprehensive development program designed to foster personal and professional growth. It focuses on building leadership skills, creating generational wealth, and promoting racial healing and community development.n text goes here

  • A: The program is for Black professionals and entrepreneurs committed to personal growth, leadership development, and making a positive impact in their communities. Applicants should be dedicated to racial healing and interested in strategies for growth and generational wealth building.

  • A: Applications must be submitted online via the Ascend application page.

  • A: It is important to complete the application in one sitting, as the system does not save your progress. If you exit before submitting, you will need to start over.

  • A: The program offers a range of support, including personalized coaching, mentorship, in-class sessions, and virtual skills talks. It also provides a platform for networking and community engagement.

  • A: The program emphasizes racial healing as part of its curriculum, focusing on understanding and addressing racial trauma and injustice. It aims to empower participants to be agents of change, contributing to a cultural shift towards greater equity and prosperity in the Black community.

  • A: The selection process includes a detailed application review, followed by interviews to assess each candidate's suitability. Final selection is based on overall performance and alignment with the program's goals.

Timeline FAQs

  • A: There is no set deadline. We accept applications on a rolling basis until we reach 30 participants for the upcoming cohort. Once a cohort is full, your application will be held and considered for the next one.


  • A: Applications are reviewed continuously. If selected, you’ll receive an email with your acceptance, onboarding steps, and payment information.

  • A: Invoices are sent upon acceptance. To confirm your spot, payment must be made before the program begins. Monthly payment plans are available.

  • A: Cohort announcements are made up to 30 days before the program begins. Once announced, we continue accepting applications until the cohort reaches full capacity.

  • A: The Fall 2025 Ascend Cohort begins on September 3 with an in-person kickoff, followed by a virtual session later that same week. The remaining sessions take place every other week over a 10-week period.

  • A: Yes. We hold a mid-program check-in around the halfway point to support your progress, answer questions, and strengthen community connections.


  • A: Yes. In addition to the core sessions, expect optional events like community meetups, alumni mixers, and a final session that includes professional headshots and a group mastermind.

  • A: Please notify the program team early if you have any scheduling issues. We aim to be flexible and can often offer session recordings or alternative ways to stay engaged.

  • A: Ascend runs over 10 weeks, combining biweekly sessions, peer accountability, and optional community events. The experience is designed to deliver long-term impact in a focused, supportive format.

Payment FAQs

  • A: The total cost for participating in the Ascend Cohort Program is $2,950. This fee covers all aspects of the program, including materials, sessions, and events.

  • A: Yes, the program offers payment plan options to provide flexibility. Participants can choose to pay the program fee in installments rather than a single lump sum.

  • A: The installment payment plan consists of three payments spread over the course of the program. The first payment is due at the beginning of the program, the second payment is scheduled midway through, and the final payment is due towards the end of the program.

  • A: The specific due dates for each installment will be communicated upon acceptance into the program. Generally, these align with the program's key milestones - at the start, mid-point, and end of the program.

  • A: No, the program fee is only due if you are accepted into the program. This will be clearly stated on the landing page and in the acceptance communication.

  • A: If you anticipate difficulty in meeting a payment deadline, it's important to communicate this with the program coordinators as soon as possible. They may be able to provide assistance or discuss alternative arrangements.