Become an Evanston Scholar
We are still accepting applications for the Class of 2022. In September, we will contact applicants to share next steps.
Who should apply?We are looking for high school sophomore students in Evanston who fit most of the following criteria:
What is the timeline?
How do I apply?
1. Complete the online application (click "Apply Now" below)
2. Ask a teacher to submit the Teacher Recommendation Form (click "Teacher Recommendation" below). If your teacher wishes to use Microsoft Word instead of the online form, click here for the Microsoft Word version of the Teacher Recommendation form. Once your teacher fills it out, they can email it as an attachment to info@evanstonscholars.org.
Email any questions about the program or the application to info@evanstonscholars.org. Please include your phone number so we can reach you and be sure all your questions are answered.
Who should apply?We are looking for high school sophomore students in Evanston who fit most of the following criteria:
- Academically ambitious, motivated and committed students who perform strong academically (over 2.7 GPA unweighted)
- First-generation college students
- Come from a low income household
- Persons of color
- Have a strong desire to complete college
What is the timeline?
- Applications are due in April
- Interviews take place in late May or early June
- Students will be notified of acceptance decision in mid-June
- Program kicks off July
How do I apply?
1. Complete the online application (click "Apply Now" below)
2. Ask a teacher to submit the Teacher Recommendation Form (click "Teacher Recommendation" below). If your teacher wishes to use Microsoft Word instead of the online form, click here for the Microsoft Word version of the Teacher Recommendation form. Once your teacher fills it out, they can email it as an attachment to info@evanstonscholars.org.
Email any questions about the program or the application to info@evanstonscholars.org. Please include your phone number so we can reach you and be sure all your questions are answered.
