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Wadleigh Scholars is currently accepting applications until the end of February 2026. APPLY NOW

We offer

students of color

the opportunity to get the best education possible.

The ultimate aim of the Wadleigh Scholars Program (WSP) is to give minority and low-income students the opportunity to get the best education possible. The success of the Program demonstrates that the community can transcend obstacles and that a quality education is essential to the upward mobility of any people.

WSP continues to assist students who have the determination and desire to face and overcome academic challenges.

WHY WE DO THIS

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We’re looking for
7th graders who are:

bright

enthusiatic

intelligent

hardworking

If this sounds like you, then…

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Wadleigh Scholars Program
Assists Students with:

Applying to Schools:

Private & Independent

School Selection

Planning & Visits

Application Fees

for Schools & SSAT

Summer School

Assistance

Purchasing Books

& Course Materials

AND

Mentorship

for all participants

Our mentors include alumni, educators and other professionals. They offer academic support, career advice, and personal development guidance. Their goal is to ensure that students not only gain access to top-tier schools but also excel in competitive environments.

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At-a-Glance

RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

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PHASE 1: November – January

Admission Recruitment Begins

Collect candidates/families information from prospective candidates – mostly 7th graders and some 8th graders.
Review candidate/family information by submission deadline (late JAN/early FEB).
Distribute WSP questionnaires to eligible candidates and parents/guardians based on the information gathered along with current and previous/current grades.
Invite selected prospective candidates and families to the Wadleigh Scholars Open House/Information Session.

PHASE 1: February – March

ABC Application & WSP Interviews/Test/Evaluation

Applicants begin the A Better Chance application.
Application responses are reviewed by the mentors
Applicants are interviewed in March
Applicants take an evaluation test in April

PHASE 1: April – May

Review, Test, Evaluate, Decide

Final responses are reviewed by the mentor for the A Better Chance application
The A Better Chance application is submitted by April 15th

PHASE 1: July – August

SSAT Prep & Writing Workshops/Assignments

Summer session, SAO application introduction

Attend 4-week summer enrichment classes
Begin SAO profile, essays and parent statement

Review conducted by mentors

PHASE 2: September – December

WSP Main Program Component Begins

WSP Scholars are matched with prep schools,
Complete SAO profile, essays and parent statement
Attend 12-13 weeks of enrichment sessions.
Take monthly practice SSATs and refine applications.

Open houses, practice interviews, and financial aid discussions help prepare families for the final SSAT in December and the completion of the financial aid family application.