Admission and Scholarship Information

Mandel Scholars Academy Admission Process and Requirements

Admission Process

1. Review the brochure and program requirements to see if the Mandel Scholars Academy is a good fit for you.
2. Apply to Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C). If you need assistance, work with a Recruitment Specialist.
3. Upon receiving an S Number, submit a scholarship application. Include a personal statement on leadership.
4. References/Recommendation Letters - Supply contact information (full name, phone number and email address) for two reference persons we can contact; or submit two brief recommendation letters. One reference/letter-writer should be a teacher, instructor or academic counselor (high school or college), and one should be a community member (for instance, your boss, spiritual leader, or other non-instructor who knows you well and is not a family member).
5. Schedule an in-person interview at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Humanities Center at Tri-C’s Eastern Campus. If all qualifications are met, a 30 minute interview will be scheduled to discuss your abilities, aspirations and interest in the program.

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