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How To Apply


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.
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A Minds Matter applicant must:
  • Be a freshman student during the application year
  • Maintain a strong overall grade point average of 3.2 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
  • Demonstrate strong academic potential, motivation, maturity, and responsibility
  • Be active in extracurricular and/or community activities (part time jobs included)
  • Show that he/she 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
200%
1
$29,160.00
2
$39,440.00
3
$49,720.00
4
$60,000.00
5
$70,280.00
6
$80,560.00
7
$90,840.00
8
$101,120.00

​In order to complete an application, the following four forms must be submitted:

Applications for the upcoming Class are due by May 31st.

Student Application

Guidance Counselor Nomination Form

Teacher Recommendation Form

Parent/Guardian Form


For any questions about the application process please contact our Director of Recruitment, Matt Galbraith (recruiting@mindsmatterportland.org).

A list of frequently asked questions can be seen by clicking here.


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​​Minds Matter Portland
PO Box 12089
Portland, OR 97212

info@mindsmatterportland.org
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