Application

Applications are now CLOSED for CWC Fellows for Summer 2026!

CWC Fellows are underrepresented high school students who are sponsored to attend Pre-College Summer Programs in Fashion Design at the best design schools in the country. Students are invited to apply for the Summer 2026 session and will be matched by CWC with partner programs to help them explore an interest in Fashion.

A full list of our academic partners and their programs can be found here. Please review this page closely before completing the application as you will be asked to list your preferred programs.

NOTE: Our partners offer both remote and in-person learning for Summer 2026. All room, board, and related travel will be covered as part of CWC Fellows Scholarships.

Please see below for Application details for 2026. All completed applications are now due to CWC by March 6, 2026 at 11:59Pm EST.

WHAT IS COVERED AS A FELLOW?

CWC Pre-College scholarships will cover the full tuition of the Pre-College Programs offered, including any application fees, as well as a stipend for necessary supplies. Note that we offer a mix of in-person and remote programs, and CWC will cover all room & board as well as travel to campus for those who need it for in-person learning.


ELIGIBILITY

CWC Fellows are current high school students who are underrepresented in fashion leadership. Our partner programs are available to students of all high school ages after they complete their freshman year. Please note that programs have different age requirements, and students should consider each program's age eligibility when listing their preferences.


REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must submit a completed application and a offical high school transcript (attached as a PDF or JPEG to the application).

Please submit a portfolio. If you have taken any art, jewelry, or design classes, drawn on your own, or made a piece of clothing yourself, please send photos. We want to see how creative you are.

*Be advised that not submitting a portfolio lowers your chances of being accepted.

We also ask that students submit a photo of themselves with their application.


MATCHING

Students will be matched with partner programs during the application review process. While we ask students to list their preferred programs, we cannot guarantee that admitted students will be matched according to their preferences. Programs that are in-person or remote are identified accordingly on the website.


DEADLINES

The deadline for all applications is Friday, March 6, 2026.


NOTIFICATION

Students will be notified in April if they have been admitted to the program and, if so, what program they have been matched to.

APPLICATION QUESTIONS

Before you begin your application, we encourage you to review the questions below. The questions are designed to help us learn more about you, your interests, and your creative goals.

In addition to basic information such as your age, school, and contact details, the application will ask you:

  • Total household income (before taxes) & total number of people in household.

  • List all art and design classes you have taken in middle school or high school.

  • List all extracurriculars, hobbies, volunteer work, and/or community service.

  • What interests you about fashion design, and how have you explored this interest?

  • What or who inspires you most, and how does it shape who you are as an artist and a creator?

  • What are your future goals, and how do you anticipate this program will help you reach your goals?

  • Statement of Need- Please describe why you require financial aid and why getting this scholarship will help you achieve your educational goals.

  • In addition to the information above, what else do you think is important in describing who you are and why you need this scholarship?

  • Please attach a copy of your official high school transcript.

  • Attach your portfolio (if you are taking any art, jewelry, or design classes, drawing on your own, or making a piece of clothing yourself, please send photos here).

  • What area in fashion would you like to focus on during a summer program?

  • What are your program preferences?

  • Upload a one-minute video telling us why we should pick you for this scholarship.