Amount: $25,000
Deadline: March 15
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No
About
The Horatio Alger Scholarship Program assists students who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, and a commitment to pursuing higher education. Essays are a key component of the application.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.0+
- Critical financial need (family income $55,000 or less)
- Perseverance in overcoming adversity
- Involvement in co-curricular and community activities
- High school senior progressing to a bachelor's degree.
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essays
- Official transcript
- Financial information
- Recommendation letter
Timeline
Applications open December 1. Deadline March 15. Winners notified in Spring.
Tips
Your essays should powerfully convey your personal story of overcoming adversity and demonstrate your resilience. Be honest and specific about your challenges and how you've addressed them. Highlight your commitment to community and leadership.