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Nominate (For Educators)

Welcome Nominators! 

Thank you for your interest in nominating students for Prep and/or PREP 9. Each year, more than 800 New York City schools nominate their top students of color to apply for a place in Prep for Prep. Our admissions process relies on educators, guidance counselors, and community leaders to help identify young people with the potential to be leaders of tomorrow. We extend our deepest gratitude for your continued support and collaboration. 

At this time, our nomination form has closed for the 2024-2025 admissions season. If you have any questions about nominating students for Prep for Prep, or if you'd like to learn more, please contact your borough's Admissions Officer. 

If you are a parent or legal guardian, please visit our Apply Now page.
Prep (5th & 6th grade) Eligibility PREP 9 (7th grade) Eligibility
  • Students must be in 5th or 6th grade
  • Students must be of African American, Caribbean, Latino, Asian, Indigenous of the Americas, or Middle Eastern descent
  • Students must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or hold asylee or refugee status
  • Student has an average of 90% or above in major subject areas and 3's and 4's on both the Math and ELA state exams
  • Students must be in 7th grade
  • Students must be of African, African American, Latino, Caribbean or Indigenous of the Americas descent
  • Student must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or hold asylee or refugee status
  • Student has an average of 90% or above in major subject areas and 3's and 4's on both the Math and ELA state exams
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