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Junior Scholars

What is the Junior Scholars program?

Junior Scholars is an in-depth virtual program designed to introduce high-achieving high school juniors to the college search, help them produce a competitive admission application, and answer the unique questions posed by underrepresented students and students of color. All high-achieving students, regardless of background, race, ethnicity, or gender, are welcome and encouraged to apply.

All students are welcome to apply by March 9, 2026.

Junior Scholars will:

  • Connect with Milyon Trulove, Vice President and Dean of Admission & Financial Aid.
  • Participate in interactive workshops led by admission counselors who will help students understand application basics and brainstorm essay topics.
  • Attend a workshop led by a financial aid counselor who will demystify the financial aid process.
  • Hear from our professors at a special Q&A event featuring faculty from multiple disciplines.
  • Meet current Reedies and learn about how Reed supports students from diverse backgrounds.

How do I apply?

  1. Check eligibility: You must currently be a high school junior (class of 2027) and either live or attend high school in the United States.
  2. Complete the Junior Scholars Application: Complete the application form by March 9, 2026, uploading an unofficial high school transcript and a short essay response.

Apply to Junior Scholars

When is the Junior Scholars program?

Junior Scholars will take place virtually March and April. We will begin reviewing applications in February.

How do I share this opportunity with students?

If you are a high school counselor or a member of a community-based organization, we invite you to nominate a qualified student. All students are welcome to apply as long as they are high school juniors (class of 2027) who live or go to school in the U.S.

Nominate a student for Junior Scholars

Questions?

Please contact flyin@reed.edu with any questions you may have. The Junior Scholars Program coordinators, Evan Heintz, Admission Fellow, and Marissa Seiler, Senior Assistant Dean of Admission, will be in touch with you.