Amount: Full Cost of Attendance
Deadline: September 26
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes
About
The QuestBridge National College Match helps high-achieving, low-income high school seniors gain admission and full scholarships to leading colleges. It's a highly competitive program that connects students with partner institutions.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.5+
- Demographic: low-income
- High school senior
- Academically outstanding
- From a low-income background (typically family income under $65,000 for a family of four)
Required Materials
- Online application
- Essays
- Academic transcripts
- Test scores (optional for some partners)
- Letters of recommendation
- Financial documents
Timeline
Applications open July. Deadline September 26. Finalists notified October. Match results in December.
Tips
Be thorough and honest in your application, especially regarding your financial situation and personal experiences. Highlight your intellectual curiosity and how you've excelled despite challenges. Research partner colleges carefully.