Johnson & Johnson Scholarship Application

In partnership with the Close Up Foundation, Johnson & Johnson is providing 12 students from New Jersey and nine students from Massachusetts—one from each of the states’ congressional districts—and one teacher from each state the opportunity to participate in the Close Up Washington Program. Students who are accepted will travel to Washington, D.C., and spend six days and five nights conducting study visits throughout the nation's capital, participating in discussions alongside peers from around the country, and debating pressing issues facing our nation in a Mock Congress.

Accepted students will be sponsored by Johnson & Johnson to attend the Close Up Washington Program from March 31 - April 4, 2025.

Eligibility: You must be a current high school student who lives in New Jersey or Massachusetts, and who is interested in government, public policy, or health care. To be considered for the scholarship, you must complete the application no later than January 24, 2025. If accepted, you will be notified by January 31, 2025.

Student Name(Required)

School Name(Required)

State(Required)

Congressional District(Required)

If you do not know your Congressional District please visit www.house.gov.

Student Email(Required)

Student Phone(Required)

Address(Required)

Parent/Guardian Name(Required)

Parent/Guardian Email(Required)

Parent/Guardian Phone(Required)

Parent Address(Required)

Which best describes you (please select one or more)(Required)

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian

Black or African American

Hispanic

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

White

Nearest Airport or Train Station(Required)

Tell us about yourself

Current Grade Level(Required)

Current GPA(Required)

Have you ever traveled to Washington, D.C.?(Required)

Yes

Please complete the two short response questions below.

Tell us why you are interested in receiving this scholarship to participate in the Close Up Washington Program.(Required)

Tell us more about yourself and note any relevant extracurricular activities, awards, etc., that demonstrate community and civic engagement.(Required)

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