The Chicago Scholars program identifies energetic and promising high school juniors who are determined to make the most of their college experience. After students are accepted into the program during their junior year of high school, the program begins from the college admissions stage through college graduation, laying the groundwork for success in the professional world or in graduate study.

Students enrolled in the program experience:

  • Mentoring
  • Become part of a cohort
  • Workshops and Educational Programs
  • College Admissions Fair
  • Class Officers Program
  • Career Mentoring and Summer Internships
  • Networking Opportunities

High school juniors may apply at their website or students may be nominated.

Application deadline is January.