Horatio Alger Association Scholarship
1. National Scholarships (106 scholarships at $25,000 each)
As one of the nation’s largest college financial aid programs in the country, the Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program is one of the major scholarship programs nationally that specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. The scholarships are funded by Horatio Alger Members who, like the Scholars, have experienced challenges but ultimately overcame them to become successful business and civic leaders. The National Scholarship is awarded to eligible students in all fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. National Scholars receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., during the spring of their senior year to participate in the National Scholars Conference. Recipients must attend the National Scholars Conference to receive the award.
To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger National Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States
- Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
- Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
- Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
- Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
- Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
- Be a United States citizen
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2. State Scholarships (Scholarships valued at $10,000 each)
State scholarships are awarded to eligible students in all fifty states and the District of Columbia. The program specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. The scholarships are funded by Horatio Alger Members who, like the Scholars, have experienced challenges but ultimately overcame them to become successful business and civic leaders.
To be eligible to apply for a Horatio Alger State Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States
- Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
- Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
- Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
- Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
- Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
- Be a United States citizen
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3. Targeted Scholarships
The Association offers several scholarship programs that either require an applicant to pursue a specific degree or attend a specific university. These specialized programs are funded through the generosity of individual Horatio Alger Members. Please scroll down to see if any of these programs line up with your choices.
General Eligibility:
- High school senior
- Critical financial need ($55,000 or less adjusted gross income per family is required)
- Integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
- United States citizenship
For more specific eligibility criteria please refer to the program listings below:
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Aksarben Scholarship (50 awards at $10,000 each)
The Aksarben Scholarship Program is a partnership of the Aksarben Foundation, Horatio Alger Association, and TeamMates
- Current high school seniors in the state of Nebraska or Western Iowa planning to enroll at a post-secondary institution in the state of Nebraska
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0
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Patricia Cole Scholarship (6 awards at $12,500 each)
The Patricia Cole Scholarship Program is funded by Association Friend of Distinction Patricia Cole.
- Current high school seniors who exhibit a strong desire to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree in business or STEM (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics)
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0
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EPP Undergraduate Scholarship (Award Amount: $45,000)
The Educational Partnership Program (EPP/MSI) Undergraduate Scholarship provides funds for two years of undergraduate study majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) discipline related to NOAA’s programs and mission. The program is targeted toward students who have completed their sophomore year and are attending minority-serving institutions (MSIs). You must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national who is either currently enrolled or accepted as a full-time student who is in their second year of a four-year academic program or a third-year student in a five-year program. at an accredited minority-serving college or university within the U.S. or U.S. territories. Applicants must earn and maintain a minimum 3.2 GPA.
This program includes coverage of travel and conference expenses during award recipients’ junior and senior years.
As part of the program, students complete an 11-week paid summer internship and training at NOAA in Silver Spring, MD, between May and July of the first summer. During the second summer, students complete a10 week of paid internship at NOAA facilities across the country. Students are paid a stipend and receive a housing allowance during summer internships. Recipients also attend a two-week orientation at NOAA in Silver Spring, MD, and begin their first summer internship in early June. At the end of both summer internships, students present the results of their projects at an Education and Science Symposium in Silver Spring, MD (travel expenses paid).
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NACME Scholarship (Award Amount: $16,000)
Through the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering (NACME) Scholars Program, NACME provides block grants to colleges and universities that, in turn, award the money to talented African American, American Indian, and Latino students enrolled in engineering programs as part of their financial aid packages. The NACME’s Scholars (Block Grant) Program provides minority college scholarship support in the form of a lump sum grant to partner institutions that enroll students from three sources – first-year students identified by NACME or the partner universities, transfer students from two-year colleges, and currently enrolled students who have completed at least one year of engineering study. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
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RBSP Scholarship (Award Amount: $40,000)
The Ron Brown Scholar Program (RBSP) honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans. RBSP competitively awards Ron Brown Scholars four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year). High school senior applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
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JRF Scholarship (Award Amount: $30,000)
The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) Scholars receive grants of up to $30,000 over four years to complement the financial aid they receive from their colleges or universities. In addition, Scholars are financially sponsored to attend JRF’s annual four-day “Mentoring and Leadership Conference” in New York City and other regional events throughout the year.
To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must: Be a graduating, minority high school senior; Be a United States citizen; Present evidence of financial need; Demonstrate a record of academic excellence; Demonstrate leadership potential and a dedication to community service; Submit an official SAT and/or ACT test exam score from junior or senior year* ; Plan to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college within the United States or affiliated with a United States-based college or university; Not possess a degree from, or be enrolled in, a 2 or 4–year college when applying.
*JRF recognizes the challenges of taking standardized tests during the COVID-19 pandemic; applicants who do not have test scores to submit will not be disadvantaged in the selection process.
The online Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship application includes: One recommendation; Demographics; High school information including an unofficial high school transcript; College plans; Test scores (AP, IB, PSAT, ACT, or SAT); Activities and distinctions; Household information and four essays. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
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ACS Scholarship (Award amount: $5,000)
The American Chemical Society (ACS) awards renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. African American, Hispanic, Pacific Islander (excluding Asian) or American Indian high school seniors or college freshman, sophomores, or juniors pursuing a college degree in the chemical sciences or chemical technology are eligible to apply. Seniors can apply for their fifth year.
Eligible applicants must: be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident; demonstrate high academic achievement in chemistry or science (Grade Point Average 3.0, “B” or better); and, demonstrate financial need according to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form (FAFSA) and the Student Aid Report (SAR) form. Please note that students intending to enter Pre-Med programs or pursuing a degree in Pharmacy are not eligible for this scholarship. Recipients are notified by May 15. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
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AABE Scholarship (Award amount: $5,000)
The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) is a professional association composed of African Americans in the energy industry. Through its Scholarship Program, the Association seeks to help increase the number of African-Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans (underrepresented minorities) in energy-related fields.
To qualify, applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be a graduating high school senior who intends to enroll in the next semester in an accredited college or university; planning to major in business, one of the physical sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematic fields, in preparation for a career in the energy sector; be one of the historically underrepresented minorities in the sciences, technology, engineering, and math-related disciplines. Eligibility requirements will vary by participating AABE chapter. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
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AMS Scholarship (Award amount: $6,000)
The American Meteorological Society (AMS) Minority Scholarships will award funding to minority students who have been traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, especially Hispanic, Native American, and Black/African American students. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or hold permanent resident status and must be minority students who will be entering their freshman year of college in the fall. To be eligible, students must plan to pursue careers in the atmospheric or related oceanic and hydrologic sciences (marine Biology is not eligible). For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
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The Sallie Mae Fund Scholarship (250 scholarships at $2500 each)
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending an accredited post-secondary institution or continuing education program.
Two hundred and fifty (250) students completing a two-year, four-year, or trade/vocational certificate/certification program will be selected to receive a gap scholarship of up to $2,500 for the 2021 – 2022 academic school year.
Selected students must be in good academic standing but at risk of not returning to or graduating/ completing due to an outstanding financial need, and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial aid crisis.
Eligibility requirements:
- Enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education.
- Two-year Schools
- Four-year Schools
- Vocational/Technical certificate/certification program
- Enrolled in your final year of study
- Degree or program ends Spring 2022 semester
- Current cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher
- Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
- Be a diverse candidate
- Diverse shall include, but not limited to:
- Gender
- Disability
- Race
- Ethnicity
- Belonging to an underserved community
- Able to demonstrate leadership abilities.
- Demonstrate good moral character in all aspects of your life, including personal, professional, educational, in your community, and online presence.
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NSHSS STEAM Scholarship (Award amount: $1,000)
The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) Foundation provides STEAM scholarships to high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a demonstrated desire to major in any area of science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics, including any area related to the medical field. Requirements include a personal statement, a list of STEAM activities, photo, transcript, and educator recommendation. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
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APIASF Scholarship ($2,500 one year, $20,000 multi-year award)
The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) is the nation’s largest 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides scholarships to Asian and Pacific Islander Americans (APIAs) with financial needs. Applicants must register for a free account on the scholarship provider’s website to complete the application. Applicants must be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census, be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 or have earned a GED, and be enrolling as an undergraduate student in the U.S. accredited college or university in the Fall of the year the scholarship is offered. Applicants must also submit one letter of recommendation online.
APIA Scholars provides scholarships to underserved APIA students with a special focus on those who: Live at or below the poverty level, or are otherwise of low socioeconomic status; Are the first in their families to attend college; Are representative of the APIA community’s diversity, (geographically and ethnically}, especially those ethnicities that have been underrepresented on college campuses due to limited access and opportunity; and Have placed a strong emphasis on community service and leadership as well as solid academic achievement. Applicants must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider’s website.
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Project 10 Million by T-Mobile (Free Internet for high school students)
Project 10Million aims to provide free internet access to millions of underserved K-12 student households. T-Mobile is partnering with school districts across the country to provide free high-speed data and free mobile hotspots. Additionally, it can offer access to at-cost laptops and tablets. There are several options for data usage as well. Each eligible student can get a plan that offers 100GB of data per year for free. Or, school districts can apply for T-Mobile’s 100GB per month plan. For perspective, that’s about 3x the data T-Mobile saw used by students at the start of the pandemic. Finally, there’s a low-cost option for school districts that want unlimited data. All plans will utilize the T-Mobile network, and all will be completely free for students.
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Computers With Causes (Free PCs, Laptops, Tablets for high school students)
A gifting program run through donations, Computers with Causes offers free computers to families that meet their eligibility requirements. This organization offers tablets, computers, laptops, etc. This is a need-based program that requires you to complete a contact form and describe your need. While the program doesn’t list a specific income requirement, it does state it caters to those who are truly in need, and computer gifts are considered on a case-by-case basis.
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The On It Foundation (Free PCs, Laptops, Tablets for high school students)
Catering to K-12 students and families, The On It Foundation provides donated computers to at-risk youth and families in need. To qualify for a free computer, you must be a K-12 student in a public school and be on the free or reduced lunch program. In order to apply for the program, parents must submit a letter of request. This letter must explain their specific need and how the computer could benefit the child.
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PCs for People (Affordable high-speed internet and computers)
PCs for People is a national, nonprofit organization that has provided over 174,000 individuals with PCs by recycling donated computers. To be eligible for this program, you must be 200 percent below the poverty line or enrolled in an assistance program. While you can get a computer online, you will be required to provide a photo ID and eligibility document dated within the last six months.
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