The GEAR UP & TRIO Scholarship

$2,000
2 winners, $1,000 each
Open
Application Deadline
May 23, 2025
Winners Announced
Jun 23, 2025
Education Level
High School, Undergraduate
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school senior or undergraduate student
Background:
Member of GEAR UP or TRIO programs
GPA:
2.5+

College is an important experience and qualification for many students who have ambitious career goals, but many students face roadblocks that their peers don’t have to worry about.

Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) grants are meant to boost the number of low-income students who are able to attend college. Similarly, federal TRIO programs are designed to uplift disadvantaged students, including low-income students, first-generation college students, and those with disabilities.

This scholarship aims to support students who are underserved so they can have opportunities for higher education and professional success.

Any high school senior or undergraduate student with a 2.5 minimum GPA who is a member of GEAR UP or TRIO may apply for this scholarship opportunity. One award will go to a high school senior, and one will go to a college student.

To apply, tell us what your dream job is and how this scholarship would help you get there. Additionally, upload a letter of recommendation from your TRIO or GEAR UP coordinator or counselor.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published February 24, 2025
Essay Topic

If you could create your dream job after graduation, what would it look like, and how would this scholarship help you get there?

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is May 23, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jun 23, 2025.