program overview
program overview
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A gateway to the future
A gateway to the future
Entrada Scholars Program is a four-week academic program for racial and ethnic minority juniors and seniors in high school. Scholars take a 3- or 4-credit college course, receive academic coaching, and take part in a variety of activities all while living on campus for a first-hand introduction of college life. Upon successful completion of the program with a B- or above, high school graduating scholars who choose to attend Calvin University will be awarded a $4,000 scholarship renewable for up to five undergraduate years.
Key Program elements
Key Program elements
College Learning: Entrada Scholars are assigned an academic coach who attends their morning classes and leads an academic coaching session after the class. The coach teaches the scholars how to succeed in their courses and college, resulting in scholars performing as well as, or better than, Calvin students.
College Credit: Entrada scholars can earn college credit by taking a course like history, biology, or psychology. Successfully completing the course earns them 3-4 credit hours from Calvin University that can be transferred to most colleges. If they attend Calvin, the credit and grade become part of their academic record. The Calvin registrar's office helps transfer credit to other schools.
College Living: Entrada scholars from all over the US interact with each other and Calvin students in classes. Outside of class, they go shopping, watch movies, play sports, and lead community service activities. They attend worship services and Bible studies, and use campus facilities like the gym, pool, and library. Four weeks of work, worship, and play allow them to form lifelong friendships and a sense of community.
Who can apply
Who can apply
United States racial and ethnic minority students (African, Hispanic, Asian, or Native American) 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:
U.S. citizenship or U.S. legal permanent residency
A high school grade point average of 2.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)
Enrolled in a college preparatory track in high school
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
program dates
program dates
June 30–July 24
June 30–July 24
deadlines
deadlines
The Entrada 2024 application will open mid-November 2023.
application process
application process
Juniors
Start an application by going to our Apply page and create an account.
Select an applications type. Choose 2024–2025, and then 2024 Entrada Scholars Program.
Once you submit your application, watch your email for updates and more instructions.
program highlights
program highlights
Enroll in a 4 credit college course
Go swimming or rock climbing at Calvin’s state-of-the-art fitness facilities
Participate in group devotions
Perform in Entrada Talent Night
Entrada scholars take a 3 or 4 credit hour course with current Calvin University students.
Scholars are assigned an academic coach: a trained teacher who will attend classes with them and lead a study period with the scholars following the class.
Academic coaches teach scholars how to be successful in both their specific courses and in college.
Entrada scholars take one college course in subjects such as history, biology, philosophy, communications, or psychology.
If completed successfully, the scholar will earn 3 or 4 credit hours.
For scholars who come to Calvin, the credit and grade value become part of their Calvin academic record.
For scholars who do not come to Calvin, the Calvin registrar’s office can assist with transferring the earned credit to their school of choice.
Entrada scholars come from all over the United States and experience four weeks of work worship, and play.
Outside of class, they have access entertainment, games, and service-learning activities.
Worship services at local churches, Bible studies, and daily devotions allow scholars to enrich their faith in God.
Scholars may use campus facilities, e.g., gymnasium, pool, computer labs, library, music studios, etc. Scholars will forge friendships and build a community.
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