To ensure that the organization reaches the most dedicated and qualified students, Minds Matter has a rigorous and highly competitive application process. The Minds Matter application consists of a series of short answer questions and an essay, a guidance counselor or teacher recommendation, a parent/guardian commitment form, a high school transcript, and an in-person interview. Students must also have proof of U.S. citizenship/residence as well as demonstrated financial need.
A Minds Matter applicant must:
- Be a freshman student during the application year
- Maintain a strong overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher
- Come from a household with an annual income that is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) based on your household size. Be committed to pursuing a college education
- Be able to speak English at a conversational level (contact us if you have questions about eligibility)
- Demonstrate strong academic potential, motivation, maturity, and responsibility
- Be active in extracurricular and/or community activities (part time jobs included)
- Show that you would benefit greatly from a summer academic experience
Minds Matter is an organization that rewards hard work, dedication and achievement, and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or physical ability.
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Household/Family Size
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200% of 2024 Federal Poverty Guideline
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1
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$30,120.00
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2
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$40,880.00
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3
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$51,640.00
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4
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$62,400.00
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5
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$73,160.00
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6
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$83,920.00
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7
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$94,680.00
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8
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$105,440.00
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In order to complete an application, the following four forms must be submitted:
Applications for the new students will be accepted on a rolling basis until all available slots are filled.
Student Application (Click here for a preview of the student application)
Guidance Counselor Nomination Form
Parent/Guardian Form (Spanish Language Form click here)
For any questions about the application process or to receive help in another language, reach out to our recruiting team at recruiting@mindsmatterportland.org.
Si tiene alguna pregunta por favor comuníquese con recruiting@mindsmatterportland.org.
A list of frequently asked questions can be seen by clicking here.