The First Step On Your College Journey

Become a CDI Scholar

Thank you for your interest in becoming a CDI Scholar!  In order to  be eligible for the CDI  Scholars Program, every applicant must meet the following requirements:

  • Minimum 2.6 GPA

  • Must attend one of the following high schools:

    • Montgomery Blair High School

    • Albert Einstein High School

    • E.L. Haynes Public Charter School

    • John F. Kennedy High School

    • Paint Branch High School

    • Springbrook High School

    • Walter Johnson High School

    • Wheaton High School

    • Northwood High School

  • Eligible for Free and Reduced Meals (FARMS)

  • Want to attend a four-year college/university

Before You Begin

Please review the information and documents you will need to complete the application before you begin because you will not be allowed to save and return to the application. We recommend that you type your essay answers in Google Docs or Microsoft Word or another application and then copy and paste your answers below.

Once you complete the form, press the “Send Form” button. You then need to go to the “Required Documentation” section at the bottom of this page to upload copies of the documents listed.

If you have any questions or need assistance, send a message to info@collegiatedirections.org

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Scholar Program Application

Fields with an asterisk (*) must be completed. If the information requested for a field with an asterisk does not apply to you, type NA (meaning “not applicable”) to complete and submit the form.

Required Documentation

You MUST upload the following documents or your application will be considered incomplete:

  • Please upload an unofficial copy of your current transcript

  • Please upload copy of your 10th PSAT score report (if taken)

  • Please upload a copy of your family’s 2022 tax return (Form 1040/1040EZ/1040A). Please include the complete return; including all schedules. Include W2/1099/Public Assistance letter. Your information is secure and will be deleted by CDI.

Click the button below to upload all of your documents. If you have any questions or need assistance, send a message to info@collegiatedirections.org