Here are some scholarships that offer substantial financial aid for high school seniors:
- Gates Millennium Scholars Program
- Amount: Up to $40,000 annually
- Eligibility: U.S. citizens, national, or permanent residents; must be a minority student; demonstrate leadership and community service; have a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
- Deadline: January 15 annually
- Website: Gates Millennium Scholars Program
- Coca-Cola Scholars Program
- Amount: Up to $20,000 (renewable)
- Eligibility: U.S. citizens; current high school seniors; academic excellence; leadership and community service.
- Deadline: October 31 annually
- Website: Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
- Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program
- Amount: Up to $55,000 per year (covers tuition, living expenses, books)
- Eligibility: U.S. citizens or residents; high academic achievers; financial need; planning to attend a four-year college or university.
- Deadline: November 15 annually
- Website: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
- Horatio Alger Scholarship Program
- Amount: Up to $25,000
- Eligibility: U.S. citizens; current high school seniors; demonstrate financial need; involvement in extracurricular activities and community service.
- Deadline: October 25 annually
- Website: Horatio Alger Association
- The Dream.US National Scholarship
- Amount: Up to $33,000
- Eligibility: DACA or TPS eligible; high school seniors or recent graduates; financial need; strong academic performance.
- Deadline: February 28 annually
- Website: TheDream.US
- Dell Scholars Program
- Amount: $20,000 (plus additional benefits)
- Eligibility: U.S. citizens; high school seniors; demonstrate financial need; have a GPA of 2.4 or higher; involved in extracurricular activities.
- Deadline: December 1 annually
- Website: Dell Scholars Program
These scholarships can provide significant financial assistance and support for achieving educational goals. Be sure to check each scholarship’s specific requirements and deadlines to ensure eligibility and timely application.