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8th Grade HFS Chicago Scholars Application - OLD

HFS Chicago Scholars Application for 8th Grade Students Entering High School in Fall 2017.



Completed Applications due November 15th.
*Application must be postmarked by this date.

In addition to filling out this electronic form, it is necessary to mail (NO FAX) paper copies of the following:

1) Letter of Recommendation (REQUIRED).
This letter must answer the following 3 questions:
a) How long have you known this person?
b) What is the nature of your relationship?
c) Why is this person a good candidate for HFS?

2) Four handwritten essays (250 words or one full page for each question).
*Questions will be provided using a link at the end of this application.
3) Copy of complete 7th grade and first quarter of 8th grade report cards.
4) Seventh grade standardized test scores (Terra Nova, ITBS or ISAT).
5) Copy of 2014 tax form or other proof of income (W-2 alone or paycheck stubs are not acceptable).

These items must be sent - along with a cover sheet listing the student's name and family name to the following address by November 15th.

To complete this online portion of the application, please reserve at least 20 minutes, so you have time to complete the entire application at one time as you will not have the ability to save the application and return to it at a later date. All of the instructions, including the essay questions, will be displayed again once you complete this section of the application.

Mail Information to: (NO FAXES PLEASE)
*Information must be postmarked by November 15th

HFS Chicago Scholars
1074 West Taylor Street, #201
Chicago, IL 60607
 

Who is Eligible to Apply?



Eighth grade students who satisfy the required criteria listed below are encouraged to apply for an HFS Chicago Scholarship. It may not be necessary to exhibit all five elements listed. However, the more of these criteria that you posse improves your chances of being selected as a Scholar. You must plan to attend (and eventually gain acceptance to) a private high school that requires tuition. Basic Requirements are as follows:

• Grade Point Average of 3.0 or Above (B average or above for 7th and 8th grades)
• Average to Above Average Terra Nova or ITBS scores (from seventh grade)
• Evidence of leadership potential
• Evidence of positive academic work ethic
• Demonstration of financial need
• Average Income level of 45k and under
• Large families with higher incomes are considered

Students who are accepted as Scholars must agree to the terms outlined in the HFS Scholarship Agreement for Success, which includes expectations for academic standards, commitment to community service, and active participation in HFS-sponsored events and mentoring.

Additionally, all incoming Scholars are required to attend and successfully complete summer enrichment courses offered by HFS in preparation for high school. Tuition for this summer program is covered by HFS.
 

Important Dates


Below you will find a listing of important dates in the HFS Scholarship Application process. Please contact our office with any questions.

NOVEMBER 15
Completed applications due in HFS Office. Faxed applications are not accepted.

JANUARY
Applicants notified if selected for interview.
Reminder to Candidates – Apply for financial aid at your prospective high schools.

FEBRUARY
2nd Round Interviews held at Children of Peace School.

MARCH
Applicants (who were invited for 1st interview) are notified if selected for scholarship.

APRIL
“Acceptance of Scholarship” forms due with final high school choice, proof of high school registration, and results from high school entrance exam.