Horatio Alger National Scholarship
Scholarship Overview: Current high school JUNIORS who plan to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree
Application Available: December 1, 2025
Deadline Date: March 1, 2026
Scholarship Details:
Eligibility Requirements:
- 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
- Demonstrate financial need ($100,000 or lower household income)
- Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
- Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0
- Be a United States citizen
Application Requirements:
- Completed online application
- Certification form
For more information, visit our FAQ guide: https://horatioalger.org/undergraduate-applicant-faq/
Application Requirements: Essay, Minimum GPA
Essay Details:
Describe your Horatio Alger story. Share your American Dream experience.
Award Amount: $10,000
Award Details:
Award Amount: 5 scholarships at $10,000 each
Website/URL: https://horatioalger.org/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/
Scholarship Manager Information:
Contact Email: association@horatioalger.org
Additional Contact & Submission Information:
To be considered, your application and all required materials must be submitted online application by 12:00 p.m. E.T. on March 1.
Additional Scholarship Information:
Horatio Alger Association administers over 70 scholarship programs, offering opportunities for students in various stages of their academic careers to achieve their educational goals and realize their potential. Visit our website and scroll down to learn how to apply and keep scrolling for a list of all of the available scholarships.
Filters:
Eligibility: Community Service, Financial Need, Minimum GPA/Class Rank, U.S Citizen/Permanent Resident
Areas of Study: Open to All
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Student (9-11)
Location Specific: National