The Goldie Initiative Scholarship Application
Click here for Goldie Scholarship Application.
The 2025-2026 application will close on June 1st, 2025.
RSVP for the 2025-26 Info Session on Tuesday, May 6 at 2pm CT.
There will be an in-person Info Session at the Goldie Initiative Impact Summit in Chicago on May 21st. Email kelsey@goldieinitiative.org for more info.
The 2024 recorded webinar available here.
Fill out this Goldie Scholar Interest Form if you would like to be notified with information and updates regarding the 2025 application.
UPDATE TO ELIGIBILITY: The Goldie Scholar program has updated it’s eligibility. Please view this page to see if you are eligible for the Goldie Scholar program.
The Goldie Initiative will host virtual informational session on May 6th, 2025, and staff are available for individual Zoom calls. These are optional but recommended. They will cover what the program is and how to apply.
Application Requirements:
- Completed online application form
- 3 professional and/or academic letters of reference (at least one letter from current employer highly recommended)
- 3 essay questions (Up to 250 words each)
- Updated resume
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities
- GMAT/GRE Scores (optional)
Timeline for Application & Review (dates subject to change):
April 1 – June 1st, 11:59 p.m.: Application Live
June 2 – July 15: Applications reviewed by Scholarship Selection Task Force
July (dates to be confirmed): Virtual interviews with Scholarship Selection Task Force
August 15: Scholarship recipients announced
Questions may be directed to Kelsey Cleland, Program Director. More details are located on the Scholarship Program page.