Entrada Scholars Program
Dive into college life this summer
July 6–30, 2025
Entrada is a four-week program for students in grades 11 and 12. The program is designed for students of color and others who are committed to anti-racism and cross-cultural engagement. You’ll learn like a university student, live in the dorms, and earn college credit.
Entrada students earn $6,000–$10,000 in annual college scholarships.
Our application closes Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.!
Our Commitment and History
We are committed to helping you grow in faith and understanding in a welcoming Christian community. The Calvin community is committed to a biblical vision of racial reconciliation and cross-cultural engagement.
For almost 40 years, Entrada has been a place of opportunity, support, and belonging for students at Calvin University. We created it to make sure students who might feel overlooked or underserved can succeed in school, feel valued and empowered, and make a difference on campus and beyond.
Together, we live out our faith by helping you succeed, knowing that your success helps build a community where God’s love and justice are evident.
Entrada is about
Your Choice, Your Path.
Be matched with a class that aligns with your preference and academic goals.
Together We Thrive.
You complete the course alongside Entrada students and current Calvin students.
Guidance Along the Way.
You get an academic mentor who will help you succeed.
Quick facts about Entrada Scholars
Years of Entrada Scholars Program
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Entrada Scholars participants
Originally, the scholarship caught my attention, but I chose to participate in Entrada because of the chance I’d have to build a community
Costs and Scholarships
Application to the Entrada Scholars Program is free.
The total cost of the program to our scholars is $750.
There is a non-refundable deposit of $200 to confirm your space.
Thanks to grants that cover other program costs, scholars only pay less than 20% of the program cost through a single non-refundable fee of $750. However, financial assistance or a payment plan is available for those who qualify. Please contact us; we are happy to help!
How to apply
The Entrada Scholars application closes Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
Instructions vary slightly for juniors or seniors in high school. Admissions decisions will be released by April 14, 2025.
Eligibility
- U.S. citizenship or U.S. legal permanent residency.
- A high school grade point average of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).
- Enrolled in a college preparatory track in high school.
- Demonstrated commitment to cross-cultural engagement
Application for juniors
Select "2025–2026" then "2025 Entrada Scholars Application"
Enroll in Entrada
If you are already admitted to Calvin, it's easy!
Look for your next steps in an email from Entrada Scholars. If you can’t find it, email us: entrada@calvin.edu.
Here's what you'll need to do:
- After you’ve been admitted to Calvin, you’ll fill out a short Entrada application. (We'll also send it in an email to you and start filling it out you!)
There are two short questions—it should only take about 15 or 20 minutes.
Please use the same email that you used to apply to Calvin. If you have not applied to Calvin, please apply to Calvin first and then complete the application.
If you are a junior, please see the Juniors - Grade 11 tab above. - Upload one letter of recommendation on your application status page, or email it to entrada@calvin.edu.
(If you applied with the Common Application, we will use that recommendation!)
Application form
Eligibility
- U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency.
- A high school grade point average of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).
- Admitted to Calvin University as a student for the Fall semester.
- Demonstrated commitment to cross-cultural engagement
Application to Calvin
- Seniors must first apply and be admitted to Calvin.
- After admission to Calvin, you will receive an email with a short form to fill out. See instructions on the tab for Admitted Seniors.
Application
More about what you can expect
Be matched with a course that interests you and be taught by a professor who is a committed Christian and loves teaching.
You’ll learn alongside other Entrada students and current Calvin students. You’ll also get your own academic coach who will help you do your very best.
You’ll learn a lot! That means you’ll earn college credits that count towards a degree at Calvin or a different school of your choice.
(The Calvin registrar’s office can assist with transferring your credits.)
While participating in Entrada as a grade 11 student does not guarantee admission to Calvin, we invite you to apply to Calvin through our regular admissions process.
Make friends! You’ll live in the dorms with your fellow Entrada students and enjoy college campus benefits like the gymnasium, pool, and dining hall.
You’ll also gain access to campus activities like worship services, Bible studies, plus service learning opportunities in the Grand Rapids community.
Entrada Scholars get between $6,000–$10,000 in scholarships which renew each year they’re an undergraduate student at Calvin.
The $10,000 includes a $4,000 Entrada Scholars award, a $4,000 Mosaic Award, and the $2,000 Visit Grant—plus an additional $3,000 award if you’re the first student in your immediate family to complete a bachelor’s degree.
At its core, Calvin does a great job of embracing diversity. And Entrada offered me a multicultural experience to hear other people’s stories.
Snapshots from the Entrada experience
Our Entrada Scholars make this program great. Catch some of the activities and milestones experienced by our students this past summer.
Community Involvement
Join the group of organizational sponsors that support the Entrada Scholars Program.
Nominate a Scholar
Nominating a student for the Entrada Scholars Program will help them find a unique opportunity that provides lifelong benefits.
Nominated students accepted to Entrada will also receive a $100 discount off their enrollment fee.
Our Sponsors
We thank everyone who supports the efforts of Entrada. We enjoy wonderful community support, and especially thank Wolverine Worldwide and Butterball for their continued partnership.
Consider getting involved!
I was in my comfort zone, but Entrada put me in a space that I was unfamiliar with. I didn't grow up seeing different backgrounds and experiences, so Entrada showed me the value in that diversity and how I can learn from others' stories.
Questions?
Our Team
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