Scholarship application

Apply for a ScholarPath scholarship

We award scholarships to students who demonstrate financial need, academic commitment, and a genuine desire to find the right path — not just any path. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Step 1 of 5

Which scholarship fund are you applying for?

First-Generation Student Fund

For students who are the first in their family to attend college. Covers tuition gaps, books, and living expenses.

Awards up to $2,500 · Rolling deadline

STEM Scholars Fund

For underrepresented students pursuing science, technology, engineering, or mathematics degrees.

Awards up to $2,000 · Rolling deadline

Arts & Humanities Fund

For students pursuing creative fields — film, music, design, literature, or the humanities.

Awards up to $1,500 · Rolling deadline

Step 2 of 5

Personal information

Legal first name

Legal last name

Email address

Phone number

Date of birth

Citizenship status

Mailing address

Step 3 of 5

Academic information

Current or intended school

School type

Enrollment status

Expected graduation year

Intended major or field of study

Current GPA

FAFSA completed?

Student Aid Index (SAI)

Which of the following apply to you? (select all that apply)

I am a first-generation college student I am a student of color I am a single parent or caregiver I am currently employed (part-time or full-time) I have experienced housing or food insecurity I am a military veteran or dependent

Step 4 of 5

Financial need

Estimated annual household income

Estimated unmet financial need (after grants/loans)

How would this scholarship be used? (be specific)

0 / 300 words

Step 5 of 5

Your story

This is the most important part of your application. Tell us: What led you to your school and field of study? What obstacles have you faced? What do you want to accomplish — and why does it matter? There are no wrong answers. Be honest and be yourself.

Personal essay (250–500 words)

Minimum 250 words0 / 500 words

One sentence that describes your college goal

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. You will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours.

Application received!

Thank you for applying to ScholarPath. We've received your application and will review it carefully.

You'll receive a confirmation email within 48 hours. If selected as a finalist, we'll reach out within 4–6 weeks.

Don't forget your bonus entry! Submit a college testimonial to earn one entry into our quarterly $500 scholarship drawing. Share your story →

Eligibility requirements

Enrolled or accepted at an accredited U.S. college, university, trade, or vocational school

U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or DACA recipient

Demonstrated financial need

Funds used exclusively for educational expenses

No minimum GPA required for need-based awards

Not related to ScholarPath board members or staff

Application timeline

Submit application

Rolling — no fixed deadline

Confirmation email

Within 48 hours of submission

Application review

4–6 weeks after submission

Award notification

Via email to finalists

Funds disbursed

Directly to your school

Active funds

First-Gen Fund $2,500 max

STEM Fund $2,000 max

Arts & Humanities $1,500 max

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Earn a bonus entry

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Questions?

If you have questions about eligibility, the application process, or how funds are disbursed, we're here to help.

hello@scholarpath.org

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