Scholars Academy

Yes. The Scholarship application process involves:

• Submitting an application in the application window (Dec.1 through Feb. 15)
• Submitting an essay
• Completing an interview

Scholars Academy participants will earn scholarship dollars upon successfully completing the program. The amount awarded will depend on several factors, including performance in the interview and essay portions.

The Scholars Academy program is a robust program and we expect our participants to have a minimum 80% participation. A full and detailed schedule will be provided to program participants after registration.

Students who cannot commit to the full Scholars Academy program are still eligible to receive a scholarship by applying during the Scholarship Program window (Dec.1 – Feb. 15). Any high school Senior can apply for an Akron Urban League Scholarship if they meet the following requirements:

• High School Senior, graduating in Spring 2025
• A Summit County Resident
• Enrolled in an accredited 2-Year college/university, 4-Year college/university, or trade program
• Earned a minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA

Annual Scholarship Program information will be posted in December 2024. Scholarships for students outside of the Scholars Academy program are limited but still available.

Yes. Highschool seniors enrolled in the Scholars Academy program will be funneled into the Annual Scholarship Program. Students who complete the Scholars Academy program, and complete the Annual Scholarship interview process, will receive scholarship funds.

After your enrollment form is submitted, an Education Specialist will reach out to you with an invitation to our Scholars Academy Orientation date and time as well as additional paperwork.

Please allow our team one business day after registration closes on October 4, 2024, to provide you with detailed information about the mandatory Scholars Academy Orientation. Students who complete the digital form and attend the orientation will be fully enrolled in the Scholars Academy program. We look forward to welcoming you!

The enrollment is ONLY available digitally through our Scholars Academy webpage.

Please click here to access the Scholars Academy Enrollment Form directly.

All scholars and at least ONE family member will be required to attend our Scholars Academy Orientation, where additional paperwork will be provided.

There are NO required supporting documents to enroll in the Scholar’s Academy program.

The Scholars Academy Enrollment Form can be found on our website.

Please click here to access the Scholars Academy Enrollment Form directly.

Students are eligible for the Scholars Academy Program if they are:

• A high school student in 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade
• A Summit County resident
• Can commit to attending 1 event minimum a month

Based on valuable insights from our surveys and focus groups with current and former scholars, we’re thrilled to announce an exciting new schedule! Twice a month, we’ll host dedicated sessions—one for 9th and 10th graders, and another for 11th and 12th graders—on Mondays and Thursdays. But that’s not all! Each month, you’ll also have the chance to attend inspiring guest speaker events, career mentorship panels, and hands-on workshops, ensuring plenty of opportunities for enrichment despite busy schedules.

For our seniors, we highly encourage you to join the workshops, as they are designed to boost your readiness for the scholarship application process kicking off in December.

Scholars Academy is designed for ambitious 9th to 12th graders, this dynamic program is a gateway to career success. Honing essential skills, connecting with industry professionals, and diving into immersive workshops—all tailored to supercharge a transition to higher education and beyond.