Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program (for Engineering Technology)

Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans

Amount: $2,500
Deadline: June 15 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No

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About

This scholarship supports students who have overcome adversity and are pursuing career or technical education, including those in engineering technology programs.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 2.0+
  • High school senior
  • Pursuing a career or technical degree/certificate (including engineering technology) at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution
  • Critical financial need ($55,000 or less adjusted gross family income)

Required Materials

  • Online application
  • Essay
  • Official transcript
  • Certification of financial need

Timeline

Applications open March 15. Deadline June 15. Winners notified by August.

Tips

Focus your essay on how you've overcome significant challenges and how a technical education will help you achieve your career goals. Emphasize resilience and determination.