Admissions

The Process


THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

1. SCHEDULE A FAMILY INFORMATION MEETING (FIM)

All families (parent/guardian and student) interested in applying are required to attend ONE meeting. Families can schedule FIMS on the parental portal. Zoom links will be sent to families prior to the meeting. 

2. CREATE AN HYS APPLICATION ACCOUNT

Use the link sent to your email following and follow the steps to create your account. You may begin an application but you MUST schedule a Family Information Meeting (FIM) in order for your application to be considered. 
All of These Steps MUST Be Completed Via Parent Portal Account 

3. COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION

Including all required documentation:
- Application
- Personal Essay & Short Answer Questions
- Teacher Recommendations
- Transcript (4th, 5th, & 6th grade report cards & standardized test scores)
- Current Year Taxes, 2022 (1st page only)
- Picture
- Proof of Residency (Utility Bill or Lease)

 4. SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW FOR
YOU AND YOUR SCHOLARS

Finalists will be selected for interviews which will include both the student and parent/guardia n(s).

 ADMISSIONS CALENDAR 2023-24

Family Information Sessions (FIMS): Oct 7, 2023 - March 23, 2024

Nomination Deadline: March 8, 2024

Application Deadline: March 30, 2024

Interviews: April 6, 2024 - April 20, 2024

Please see the current calendar for specific dates and deadlines.

Final decisions are made based on all of the admission components. We are looking for students who enjoy learning and challenging themselves, families and students who are committed to making HYS a priority, and those who otherwise would not have access to the opportunities provided by this program. Final decisions are typically made by the beginning of May.

The application and all associated materials are kept on file in the Hartford Youth Scholars office. All application materials will remain confidential.
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