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The Patriot Eagle Scholarship

Application Deadline - January 8, 2027
Vision
Build a community prepared and inspired to better the world.

Mission
As an IB World School, we cultivate principled entrepreneurial thinkers for a global society by enriching the mind, strengthening the character, and inspiring the passions of our community.

Purpose

The CDS Patriot Eagle Merit Scholarship Program is a commitment to recognizing, rewarding, and supporting the highest-achieving students in the Tampa Bay area, providing them with both substantial financial resources and unparalleled college counseling support. The Patriot Eagle Scholarship is an incredibly selective award, providing a full-tuition merit scholarship (a $130,000+ value over four years) for one exceptional rising 9th-grade student externally, from outside of the CDS Middle School community.

Eligibility
- Open to external 8th graders who have completed a full application to CDS for 9th grade
- Sit for the SSAT in 8th grade by the January 9, 2027 SSAT
Application Steps

Once the above criteria are met:
- Complete the external Patriot Eagle Merit Scholarship application (below)
- Submit your SSAT score from 8th grade and demonstrate excellence
  Submit a resume
- Choose one of four supplemental essay prompts & write a 250-word response
Once the application deadline has passed, student applications will only be reviewed on the above eligibility in addition to an evaluation of academic performance, student conduct, leadership, and service.

Timeline
- The external application opens on October 15, 2026
- The application deadline is January 8, 2027 - SSAT test scores will be accepted up until January 23rd
- Selected students will be notified of an invitation to interview by January 29, 2027
- Interviews with candidates will be held during the weeks of February 8th & 15th
- The Patriot Eagle Merit Scholarship decision will be released on March 1, 2027
I have read and understand the instructions listed above.
Have you taken the SSAT
If you have taken the SSAT, have you submitted you scores to your Veracross Admissions portal?
If you have not taken the SSAT, when are scheduled to take it?
Applicant Information:
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Application Writing Sample
Choose one of four supplemental essay prompts & write a 250-word response
- Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others.
- Tell us about a time you helped resolve a dispute, disagreement, or conflict. What role did you play and how will you utilize what you have learned in the future?
- Why is Carrollwood Day School the best place for you to continue your high school education?
- How does your background, identity, or experiences shape how you contribute to or support an inclusive school community?
Note: Please type up your essay on a separate Word Document and then copy and paste in this field. This will ensure your work does not disappear due to JotForm inactivity or glitch. Submit essay here:
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