Our Process
Next Step College Scholars is a two-year program, starting in August of the student’s junior year, that is free to qualified low-income students. We accept nominations year round. Your nomination helps us identify low-income, college-ready students who are high achieving and motivated to grow academically, personally and as a leader. They take initiative and participate in extracurricular opportunities that interest them. They demonstrate personal responsibility and a readiness to engage in the college planning process to find four-year colleges that are academic, social and financial fits.
Student Eligibility Requirements
- Attends a public high school in Washington, DC, Maryland or Hartford County, CT
- Maintains a 3.0+ unweighted, cumulative GPA
- Takes challenging classes, including honors and APs
- Qualifies for free/reduced lunch
Once we receive your completed form, we will contact the student with more details about our program and how to apply. We ask that you inform the student of your nomination, so they can look out for our email.
For more information or questions, please refer to the Next Steps Collge Program page or contact us at [email protected]
Nomination Form
