Applying as Active Duty

If you are not an active duty service member, please return to the main application page and start over.

your commitment

Before completing the form below, please take a moment to ensure you can commit to:

  1. Virtually attending all three Saturday classes held between 9 AM & 5 PM Central Time (Chicago, IL)

  2. Participating in team meetings during the week between every Saturday. They typically last 1 to 2 hours.

  3. Being an active participant in a team project, must have a speaking role in the final presentation

STEP 1

Complete the application form below. Take some time and care when you complete the two essays. They carry significant weight during review by the BDC Admissions Committee.

PLEASE ENSURE EVERYTHING IS ACCURATE BEFORE CLICKING ON THE SUBMIT BUTTON. THERE IS NO OPTION TO MAKE CHANGES AFTER SUBMISSION.

STEP 2

After completing the form below, please take a moment to schedule a 5 to 10 minute appointment with our course administrator. You will need to provide visual proof (ID card) showing that you are an active-duty service member. Use this link to our Calendly page to schedule your appointment. It will open in a new tab.

https://calendly.com/blackdiamondcharities/eligibility-verification