CardRates.com Financial Futures Scholarship

Provided by CardRates.com

July 31, 2026(47 days left)
$1,000
60+ min

About this scholarship

Annual essay-based scholarship for current or future U.S. college students preparing for careers in the personal finance industry. Applicants must submit a 500900-word essay and an official signed transcript; awards are paid directly to the recipient's college/university for tuition.

Quick facts

Award amount

$1,000

Number of awards

Multiple

Frequency

Annually

Deadline

July 31, 2026

Time to apply

60+ min

Essay

May be required — check provider

Eligibility requirements

7 listed

Minimum GPA of 3.5

Majoring in business, accounting, finance, mathematics, management, or other fields related to the personal finance industry

Must be a U.S. resident

Must attach an official, signed transcript with your submission

Must be a current or future college student (e.g., high school senior)

Scholarship funds must go to tuition purposes (will be paid directly to the university/college)

Complete and submit an original essay following provided guidelines

How to apply

  1. Confirm eligibility

    Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.

  2. Gather required materials

    Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.

  3. Submit through the official program

    Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.

Important

Deadlines are set by the scholarship provider. Always confirm dates and instructions on the official site. TuitionCovered does not process applications for external scholarships.

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