
ELIGIBILITY
Students are eligible for nomination in their 7th grade year.

NOMINATION
Youth are nominated by schools, youth-serving organizations, or personal.

CRITERIA
We are seeking students who are high-potential, need support, and challenge ready.

KEY DATES
Applications open November 1 and application deadline December 4.
Nomination
Information
Selection Timeline
October to November
Information sessions will be offered at partner sites for parents and students to attend.
November 1
Online Application Opens!
December 4
All application materials due! All applications will be submitted online. A complete application includes a current grade report, short answer and long answer essay, and 2 recommendations.
January 11-15
Applicants invited to sign-up for an interview via email.
February
Student interviews* take place at various Partner sites throughout Metro-Atlanta:
Due to Covid-19 Restrictions, this year's interviews will be held virtually through Zoom on the following dates:
- February 15, 2021: 10:30am-1pm
- February 20, 2021: 10:30am-1pm
- February 27, 2021: 10:30am-1pm
*Partners with 15+ applicants will be asked to host interviews during the week at their facility
March 20
All students will be notified of our decision.