Hey there, folks! I’m a stressed high school junior right now, and I'm starting to think about college funding. What are some of the most prestigious scholarships for high school seniors? I need some guidance on where to focus my efforts to afford my dream school.
Absolutely! There are numerous prestigious scholarships that could help you with college funding. Let's talk about a few of them:
1. Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship: This program rewards 150 high school seniors each year with a $20,000 scholarship. It's a highly competitive program based on leadership, service, and action that positively affects others.
2. Dell Scholars Program: The Dell Scholars program offers 300 scholarships each year, valued at $20,000 per student. This scholarship program is intended for students who demonstrate strong potential and drive, despite personal challenges.
3. Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Scholarships: RMHC offers scholarships in partnership with local chapters across the country, seeking to invest in students who are exemplary role models and are active in community service.
4. Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Competition: This scholarship is available to high school seniors who are United States citizens and plan to pursue a four-year degree.
5. The Gates Scholarship: This is a highly competitive scholarship program, with 300 scholarships available annually. It covers the full cost of attendance that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution.
6. The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation's College Scholarship Program: This is one of the largest scholarships available, offering up to $40,000 per year to high-achieving high school seniors who have financial need.
7. Distinguished Young Women Scholarship: Open to female high schoolers, this program provides life skills training, scholarships, and valuable relationships to young women across the United States.
In addition to these national scholarships, don't forget about local scholarships in your area. These can often be less competitive because they are available to a smaller pool of students. They may be offered by local businesses, clubs, and organizations, and you can find them through your counselor or a trusted teacher.
And lastly, remember that your ideal college will likely offer merit-based scholarships, so do look into those as well. Good luck with your scholarship search!
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