Horatio Alger National Scholarship

Horatio Alger Association

$25,000Opens Dec 1, due Feb 15 (seniors) / Mar 1 (juniors) each yearLast verified October 11, 2026

Who can apply: U.S. citizens and permanent residents; with demonstrated financial need; 2 GPA or higher.

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High school seniors who've faced and overcome serious adversity and show financial need can win this $25,000 scholarship from the Horatio Alger Association.

What you'll need to apply

  • Application form
  • Essay: Your Horatio Alger story and American Dream experience
  • 1 recommendation letter: Support form from a non-relative adult over 21
  • Financial information: Tax return, with household income of $100,000 or less
  • Transcript: Official
  • Minimum GPA 2.0
  • Junior in high school and U.S. citizen

Requirements can change each cycle. Confirm them on the sponsor's page before you apply.

Eligibility

  • • Demonstrated financial need required
  • • Minimum GPA: 2

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