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What We Do – Early Identification Program

7th Graders,

The EIP Program is a five-year college preparatory program at George Mason University. In order to qualify to apply for the program, you must meet the following requirements

  • Be the first in your family to attend college in the U.S.
  • 7th-grade student in PWCS

After students are recommended by a school or community member, the student must then complete an application which is reviewed by GMU officials and members of a community board. 

 

Here are some of the benefits of the program (8th-12th grade):

  • Academic coaching and mentoring
  • Family and student support around college pre
  • Scholarship opportunities and career exploration
  • Guaranteed admission to George Mason University for eligible students

 

If you have any questions or are interested in being nominated for the program please schedule a meeting with your 7th-grade counselor to further discuss it.

 APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS 

If you are interested in applying for scholarships in middle school, please review the Scholarship Tip sheet to find out how you can do so in NAVIANCE.