Provided by The Hearst Foundations
The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) is an educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. The program provides a $10,000 scholarship to each of the student delegates, in addition to an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C. for Washington Week. The program is funded by The Hearst Foundations and aims to encourage students to continue their education and pursue careers in public service.
Award amount
$10,000
Number of awards
104 awards available
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
Not specified
Time to apply
60+ min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Must be a high school junior or senior
Must hold a leadership position in student government, civic, or educational organizations
Must be a legal permanent resident or citizen of the United States
Must be enrolled in a public or independent high school located in the state they will represent
Must not have previously been a delegate to Washington Week or received a USSYP scholarship
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.
Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
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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