Application and Eligibility
Fall 2026
City Scholars
Live, Learn and Intern in Chicago.
Applications open on Jan. 20, 2026
Applications close on Feb. 18, 2026, 11:59 p.m.
Majors Accepted
City Scholars is open to undergraduate students with at least junior credit standing majoring in:
- Computer science
- CS + X
- Computer engineering
- Electrical engineering
Fall 2026 Program Requirements
Overview
- Location: Chicago
- Dates: Aug. 26, 2026 - Dec. 9, 2026
Deadlines
- Application Deadline is Feb. 18, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
- Accepted students may withdraw before rankings are submitted on Apr. 12, 2026.
Application
- Current resume
- Statement of Interest in the City Scholars Program (200 word limit)
- Applications are submitted online and the link will be posted on this website when the application is live.
Eligibility
- 3.2/4.0 GPA recommended
- Junior or senior standing
- CS and CS+X students should complete CS 233 or CS 340. If enrolled in a required course, you are eligible to apply.
- ECE students should complete ECE 210. If enrolled in a required course, you are eligible to apply.