Kids & Teens Scholarships

Kids & Teens Scholarships

Types of Scholarships:

Merit – For continuing students who have studied at The Training Center for at least one year. Application will be evaluated on the student’s progress in class.

Student must have demonstrated good behavior in the previous year and progress towards their next class.

Need – For any new or continuing students who meet need-based criteria defined below, the scholarship will be based on need for financial assistance in order to attend classes.

“Please expect to hear from us regarding your application, regardless of your acceptance status. In the event you are not accepted, we can work with you to sign up for the class you want to take, or you can submit an application again next term. Please note, you’ll need to re-submit your application each term for consideration. On Demand classes are not eligible for scholarships.”

Equal Opportunity Statement: Second City fully believes in equal opportunity and access to education and scholarships for every individual who has a desire to learn, regardless of race, gender, gender identity and expression, or disability status.

Scholarship Deadlines:

  • Term 1 2025 – Friday, November 22nd, 2024
  • Term 2 2025 – Friday, January 24, 2025
  • Term 3 2025 – Friday, March 21, 2025
  • Term 4 2025 – Friday, May 23, 2025
  • Term 5 2025 – Friday, July 11, 2025
  • Term 6 2025 – Friday, September 19, 2025
  • Term 1 2026 – Friday, November 21, 2025

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