Equitable Excellence Scholarship

A scholarship from the Equitable Foundation, administered by Scholarship America, for high school seniors in the 50 states, D.C., or Puerto Rico who plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year school full-time. Applicants need at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, and financial need is considered. Recent cycles offered renewable $5,000 awards and one-time $2,500 awards, plus a $500 gift card for each recipient's teacher of choice.

Offered by Equitable Excellence Scholarship. Scholarship for high school students in USA. Format: Online. Cost: Stipend. Grades 12–12. Deadline: 2026-12-22.

Fields: Leadership

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grade 12. It runs online.
Cost: Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates: The deadline is December 22, 2026.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Equitable Excellence Scholarship

When is the Equitable Excellence Scholarship deadline?

The deadline is December 22, 2026.

Is Equitable Excellence Scholarship free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Equitable Excellence Scholarship?

High school students in grade 12. It runs online. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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