Reach Higher Scholarship
All future scholars should have the opportunity to seek assistance to help offset some of the rising costs of education in today's environment.
The mind is a precious instrument that should continue to flourish and find solutions to the vast amount of situations that are hindering our communities, our economy, and the world at large. The next generation of bright individuals are preparing to pursue their dreams and make their mark, but these plans are foiled when college is financially inaccessible.
This scholarship seeks to make higher education more affordable and available to motivated students so they can fulfill all of their dreams.
Any underrepresented minority high school student who has non-profit or volunteering experience may apply for this scholarship if they will be a first-generation college student.
To apply, answer the essay questions below about your reading habits, how you’ll make a difference, learning experiences, mentorship, and community impacts. Additionally, upload an image of you reading a book.
What have you learned from the books you read, and how has this shaped your goals? Please tell us a bit about yourself and how you plan to make a positive impact within your community. Tell us about a time when you failed and what you learned from it. What impact has mentorship had on your life? How are you unique? Discuss your background, identity, interest, or talents. How have you contributed to your community?
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The application deadline is Jul 9, 2025. Winners will be announced on Aug 9, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Aug 9, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.