The Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program application is now open for current 7th graders. The Young Scholars Program is a selective pre-college scholarship that offers educational support to exceptionally promising students from across the nation who have financial need. Cooke Young Scholars receive comprehensive advising and financial support from 8th grade through high school.

Hear from Cooke alumna Naveen Mahmoud about how she used the experiences and connections gained in the Young Scholars Program to launch her into Stanford University and a career in the nonprofit sector. Learn more about her journey as a Cooke Scholar here.

Current 7th graders who have strong academic records and financial need are encouraged to apply. The deadline to submit an application is March 14, 2019.