Upper School Boarding Admission Reception and Scholarship Testing

Merit-based scholarships to Cranbrook Kingswood Upper School for outstanding new boarding students who live in the Chicago Metropolitan area.

Cranbrook alumni living in the Chicago area sponsored this scholarship in appreciation of how their Cranbrook experience has enriched their lives. New boarding students will be selected to receive scholarships on the basis of excellent academic performance, testing, recommendations and personal qualities. The top applicant will receive a $30,000 scholarship, and runner-ups will be awarded a $15,000 scholarship. Recipients will continue to be given the Cranbrook Chicago Alumni Scholarship every year until graduation from Cranbrook Schools.

Admission Information Reception and Scholarship Testing Date:

Saturday November 12, 2022 from 12:30p.m.-3:00 p.m. (Presentation and Testing)
Marriott Suites Downers Grove
1500 Opus Place, Downers Grove, IL

Students who wish to be considered for this scholarship must first apply to Cranbrook Schools.  This process requires the following steps:

-     Complete the online application form and  student questionnaire
-     Request transcripts and teacher recommendations from your current school (request forms available on our website)
-     Take an admission test - either the SSAT or CTP (the CTP will be administered free of charge at both receptions)
-     Come to campus for a tour and interview

The Cranbrook Schools Admissions Office must receive all parts of a student's application by January 31, 2023, for priority consideration.  Recipients of the scholarship will be notified by March 10, 2023.

For additional information, please contact Eileen Hilliard, Dean of Domestic Boarding Enrollment.