Our students are the best and brightest. They must go through a stringent admissions process.


Admission criteria

  • Completed application
  • Entering Grade 7 or 8
  • Transcript (Grade B or better)
  • 3 letters of recommendation (two must be from teachers who taught the student and one from a community or religious leader who has spend time with the student)
  • Essay (This essay should include work you've done in your community that reflects your leadership potential and why should you be accepted into SHED programs.)
  • Proof of Income (family total monthly household income of less than USD $200)
  • Entrance Tests (basic Math and English)*
  • Personal interview*

* Selected applicants only.