The seminary selects a limited number of applicants to receive full scholarships for tuition, room, and board during the institute. (Travel to and from the institute is not covered by the scholarships.) In providing this program, the seminary hopes to give high school juniors a distinctive opportunity to enrich their faith. Participants take part in small group discussions, lectures, liturgical worship, and community service in the New York City area. They also have the opportunity to use the library, and meet seminary faculty and church leaders. The seminary will take into account each applicant's participation in church and school activities, academic transcripts, and recommendations from their parish priest when selecting the recipients.