A gateway to the future
The Entrada Scholars Program at Calvin College offers racial ethnic minority high school students a gateway to the future: the opportunity to experience college learning and living while earning college credit.
Dates
July 12–August 8, 2019
Application deadline: March 1, 2019.
Highlights
- Enroll in a 3 or 4 credit college course in areas such as English, history, biology or psychology
- Use Calvin’s state-of-the-art fitness facilities for activities like rock climbing and swimming
- Participate in group devotions
- Spend a fun day at Michigan’s largest amusement park, Michigan Adventure
- Perform in Entrada Talent Night
How to apply
Applications must be received by March 1, 2019. Applicants will be notified by the end of April regarding admissions decisions. Please review the above eligibility requirements before applying.
Entrada 2018 Photos
How it works
Who is eligible
United States racial and ethnic minority students (African, Hispanic, Asian or Native Americans) who are currently enrolled in either their junior or senior year of high school (grades 11 and 12) may apply for the Entrada Scholars Program if they meet the following criteria:
Costs and scholarships
All students accepted into the Entrada Scholars Program receive a grant valued at more than $4,200. This grant covers the costs of Entrada, including tuition, room and board, books, supplies and activities. Upon acceptance, scholars will be asked to send a fee of $500 to confirm their enrollment. Scholars who successfully complete Entrada and come to Calvin following high school receive a $4,000 Entrada Scholarship for up to 4 years. In addition, Entrada Scholars may qualify for the $4,000 Mosaic Scholarship as well as other merit-based scholarships.
Contact
For more information please contact:
College Access Programs
Calvin College
3201 Burton Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
616-526-6749
1-800-688-0122
Email: entrada@calvin.edu