Over 1.5 million students have depended on Scholarship America. We depend on you. Learn more
Enjoy stories from some of our students and their families as they describe how Scholarship America helped them achieve their goals. Take a look
Our mission is to mobilize America, through scholarships and educational support, to make postsecondary education possible for all students.
Through our inspiring group of programs, we provide resources and structure for cities, school districts, companies, foundations and individuals who would like to transform the lives of exceptional and diverse students in order to create a better nation through education.
........................................................
Scholarship News & Events
Seven New Colleges To Receive $50,000 Each to Implement Dreamkeepers Emergency Financial Assistance
Thanks to a grant from the Wal-Mart Foundation, Contra Costa College (CA), Lorain County Community College (OH), Miami Dade College (FL), Moraine Valley Community College (IL), Prince George's Community College (MD), Westmoreland County Community College (PA) and the University of Maryland will each receive $50,000 to implement Scholarship America's Dreamkeepers Emergency Financial Assistance program. The program addresses the high dropout rates of students faced with an unexpected crisis, such as medical expenses, job loss and other emergencies.
The financial contribution from this program will help increase graduation rates by providing emergency assistance to students who otherwise may be forced to drop out of school.
Download the press release (PDF), or visit our Virtual Newsroom for information on the individual colleges.
Scholarship America Selects Jane Eastwood to Lead Advancement Efforts
Scholarship America has named Jane Eastwood as the organization’s new vice president of advancement. Eastwood, who starts with the organization on July 28, 2008, brings more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership to Scholarship America.
"The leadership, expertise and creativity Jane has demonstrated throughout her impressive career will help advance the mission of Scholarship America —to mobilize America to make postsecondary education possible for all students," said Dr. Clifford L. Stanley, Major General, USMC (Ret.), President & CEO of Scholarship America.
Click here or visit our Virtual Newsroom to download the full press release.
For more news, visit our Virtual Newsroom.
USA Funds is a national sponsor of Scholarship America and its programs. Visit their Web site to learn more.
Scholarship America has received the highest rating for sound fiscal management from Charity Navigator for six straight years. Learn more
Visit the Scholarship America Blog for inspiring stories, useful ideas, and a look at the trends influencing scholarships and financial aid across the country.
Our national and regional offices have plenty of events coming up to celebrate students this spring. Click here to find out more.
Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund
has helped hundreds of families affected by 9/11. Find out about this program and other special scholarship initiatives. Learn more