Application Process

Goals | Program Details | Application Process

The Science Academy seeks and admits students who are curious, creative, persistent and who enjoy working with others. Students selected must make a commitment to attend the Science Academy Cohort Program for three years. The academy seeks a student body reflecting the demographics of the Grand Rapids Community.

The deadline for requesting an application for the VAEI Science Academy 2012 Fall Out-of-School-Time Elementary Cohort Program has passed. Completed applications are due Saturday, May 19, 2012. Please visit this website after February 1, 2013, for more information regarding program dates and times of the VAEI Science Academy 2012 Fall Out-of-School-Time Elementary Cohort Program.

Fall 2012 Schedule
September 6 - December 13, 2012

Tuesdays and Thursdays
4:00 - 6:00 P.M.

Application Process

Step 1: Request for Application

Applicants from the Grand Rapids area request an application during the designated time for each session.

Step 2: Submit an Application

When you receive your application, fill it out in its entirety, following all instructions, and send it in before the application deadline listed. Incomplete applications will not be considered during the selection process.

Step 3: Selection

After the application deadline, the selection process begins. A letter is sent to applicants regarding results of selection process.

Step 4: Orientation

An orientation is scheduled prior to the first session for those who are selected.