Apply to the Tisch Scholars Program

The 2025 Tisch Scholars application is now closed.

Program Eligibility

• Current first-years and sophomores at Tufts are eligible to apply, though the Scholars program is designed to have the strongest impact on students who participate for the full three years.
• Applicants must be on campus for the 2025-26 academic year to participate in the year-long Scholars foundation course and as an integral member of the cohort.
• Applicants must be able to fit a 4-SHU course in their Fall 2025 schedule and a 3-SHU course in their Spring 2026 schedule. In subsequent semesters, the Scholars seminar is 2 SHUs.
• Applicants must be able to commit to working 8 hours per week with a local community organization for the 2025-26 academic year.
• Applicants must be able to attend an on-campus Orientation in late April/early May and an off-campus overnight cohort retreat in Fall 2025 (date TBD).
• We invite applicants from all academic majors or intended majors to apply! 

Tisch College programs are open to all students who meet application criteria. Some programs are limited by degree requirements. We welcome and encourage all students to apply.

Application Process

To apply to be a 2025-26 Tisch Scholar, please fill out our online application which includes short essay questions and a resume upload. Tisch College staff and current Tisch Scholars will review applications and schedule interviews with selected candidates. Scholars will be notified of their acceptance into the program by mid-March. In April, after confirming their spot in the program, First-Year Scholars interview with community organizations and receive their placement for the 2025-26 academic year.