Award Amount
$10,000
Number of Awards
30
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The Sallie Mae Fund, in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund, offers financial assistance to thirty outstanding high school seniors who plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two or four year college, university, or continuous education program. Scholars will receive a scholarship up to $10,000 for the 2026-2027 academic year, allocated in two installments for fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters.
$10,000
30
30–60 min
Annually
Yes
Be currently enrolled as a high school senior for the 2025-2026 academic year
Plan to enroll full-time as a first-time, incoming freshman during the 2026-2027 academic year
Plan to be enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education program during the 2026-2027 academic year
Current cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher
Must be Pell-Grant eligible
Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
Must be able to demonstrate leadership abilities
Must be able to demonstrate good moral character in all aspects of your life, including personal, professional, educational, in your community, and online presence
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