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Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Jersey SEEDS?
New Jersey SEEDS is an academic enrichment and independent school access program for high-achieving, low income students from New Jersey’s urban centers.
What programs does SEEDS offer?
SEEDS offers three programs: The Scholars Program, for students in grades 7-8. The Young Scholars Program, for students in grades 5-6. And the College Preparatory Program for students in grades 9-12.
The Scholars Program takes place over a 14-month period, beginning in the summer after seventh grade, continuing on Saturdays during the eighth grade year, and culminating in a five-week boarding experience during the summer between eighth and ninth grade. The Scholars Program is open to students who live in the state of NJ.
Young Scholars participate in a 24-month program which begins on Saturdays during fifth grade, continues for four weeks during the summer after fifth grade, Saturdays during sixth grade, and culminates with a three-week summer program and overnight retreat the summer before seventh grade. The Young Scholars Program is only open to Newark-area students.
College Preparatory Program Scholars participate in a five-year program that begins the summer prior to ninth grade. The College Preparatory Program is only open to students who reside in Orange, NJ or Englewood, NJ.
Who is eligible to participate in the SEEDS programs?
Students in the fourth grade (Young Scholars Program) or seventh grade (Scholars Program) who are at the top of their class academically may apply for admission to the SEEDS program. Eighth-grade students who plan to attend either Dwight Morrow High School or Orange High School may apply for admission to the College Preparatory Program. To participate, students must come from a family with an income of $59,000 or less for a family of four. The income cap increases by $5,000 for every additional family member. Students must meet certain residence requirements that vary by program.
When do students apply to SEEDS?
Students apply to the Scholars Program during the seventh grade and begin classes the summer between seventh and eighth grade. Students apply to the Young Scholars Program during the fourth grade, and begin classes in the fall of their fifth grade year. Students apply to the College Preparatory Program in the fall of their 8th grade year.
How are students selected for the SEEDS Programs?
Students are nominated by their teachers, counselors and school principals, or may apply directly to the program. They must submit report cards, standardized test scores, personal essays and teacher recommendations. Students in the Young Scholars Program participate in family and individual interviews, and take an entrance exam for the program. The SEEDS Admissions Committee reviews all the student’s records, and makes admissions decisions based upon a student’s potential for success in the independent school setting.
How many students participate in SEEDS Programs?
Each Scholars Program class has approximately 110 students.
Each Young Scholars Program class has approximatley 20 students.
Each College Preparatory Program class has approximatley 30 students.
Where do SEEDS programs take place?
SEEDS has numerous on-campus locations throughout the state of New Jersey: the Scholars Program is held at The Dwight-Englewood School in Englewood, Montclair Kimberley Academy in Montclair, The Pingry School in Martinsvile, Princeton Day School in Princeton, and The Lawrenceville School in Lawrenceville.
The Young Scholars Program takes place at the Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, St. Philip's Academy in Newark, The Delbarton School in Morrristown, and The Peddie School in Hightstown.
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