Scholarship Details

Scholarship Details

Two Types of Testing

The Caroline D. Bradley (CDB) Scholarship application requires two testing components:

Component 1: Each applicant is required to upload their two most recent state, district, or school-administered standardized test* results** to their application, and

Component 2: One of the following must be submitted through the test administrator***:

    1. CTD Above Level Assessment, 
    2. SAT, or 
    3. ACT. 

Component 1: State, District, or School-Administered Standardized Test

* Students with no standardized testing record due to homeschooling or because their school or program does not administer standardized testing ARE still eligible to apply for the Scholarship.

** Applicants must be in the top tier on at least ONE qualifying subtest or total battery/composite score on a standardized test in the past two years. Acceptable academic areas include keywords such as:

Component 2: CTD Above Level Assessment, SAT, or ACT

Applicants may only register and submit one test score. We strongly encourage applicants to register for the earliest available test date as seats fill fast.

*** Please note there is no minimum score for the CTD Above Level Assessment, SAT, or ACT.

The CDB Scholarship has partnered with Northwestern University’s Center for Talent Development to accept their above-level assessment. To register please:

  1. Follow these steps: Steps to register for CTD Above Level Assessment  
  2. Review THESE Technology Requirements for the test as it is an online proctored test: Technology Requirements

This test costs $75. Waiver codes are provided for families who have financial need. Supporting documentation must be submitted to IEA and CDB directly. Accepted documents include:

  • State issued Medicaid or State Aid card for the student
  • Family tax returns or other government issued support documents

Contact CDB Staff at Scholarship@EducationalAdvancement.org for more details. 

Test Dates:

  • February 20, 2027
  • February 27, 2027
  • March 6, 2027
  • March 21, 2027
  • April 4, 2027
  • April 10, 2027

The SAT is accepted in lieu of the CTD Above Grade Level testing. 

If your child is under 13, please contact the College Board for information on how to register for the SAT. 

Registration is $68 and information can be found on the College Board website. 

If the test cost presents a financial barrier please email Scholarship@EducationalAdvancement.org. Financial Aid is limited and considered on a case-by-case basis. 

Test Dates

  • September 12, 2026
  • October 3, 2026
  • November 7, 2026
  • December 5, 2026
  • March 6, 2027
  • May 1, 2027 *

Regular Registration Deadlines

  • August 28, 2026
  • September 18, 2026
  • October 23, 2026
  • November 20, 2026
  • February 19, 2027
  • April 16, 2027

* Please be advised that while applicants may take the SAT on May 1, 2027, we cannot guarantee that the Selection Committee will receive results in time for consideration.

Sending Scores:

Please send SAT scores to the CDB Scholarship Program using code 3862. 

The ACT is also accepted in lieu of the CTD Above Grade Level . 

The ACT no longer allows students under the age of 13 to register for their exam. Applicants under the age of 13 will have to take the CTD Above Level Assessment or SAT. 

Registration for the ACT is $69 and information can be found on the ACT website.

If the test cost presents a financial barrier please email Scholarship@EducationalAdvancement.org. Financial Aid is limited and considered on a case-by-case basis. 

Test Dates

  • September 19, 2026
  • October 17, 2026
  • December 12, 2026
  • February 27, 2027
  • April 10, 2027

Regular Registration Deadlines

  • August 14, 2026
  • September 11, 2026
  • November 6, 2026
  • January 22, 2027
  • March 5, 2027

Sending Scores:

Please send ACT scores to Caroline D. Bradley Scholarship Program using code 7818 

Contact CDB Scholarship Team for Assistance: Scholarship@EducationalAdvancement.org

“The CDB Scholarship affirmed our child’s individuality and gave her the space to grow intellectually and emotionally among peers who truly understand and inspire one another.”

– CDB Scholarship Parent

An update about CDB Application

Application Deadline

The Application deadline for the Class of 2031 Caroline D. Bradley Scholarship has been extended to April 23rd at 8:00 PM Pacific time! We want to ensure everyone who’s interested has enough time to apply. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Testing Requirements

The CTD Above-Level Testing through Northwestern University dates are at full capacity.

In lieu of the CTD Above Level Testing, the Caroline D. Bradley Scholarship team will accept the CTD E-Tip Assessment (any SAT/ACT format) as well as the official SAT/ACT dates of 3/14/2026 (SAT), 4/11/2026 (ACT), 5/2/2026 (SAT).

If you have any questions, please reach out to the CDB team at Scholarship@EducationalAdvancement.org.