A full merit scholarship to the University of Virginia awarded by the Jefferson Scholars Foundation for excellence in leadership, scholarship, and citizenship. Students cannot apply directly; eligible schools nominate a senior, who then submits activities, awards, a personal essay, and a leadership essay. Nominees must also be admitted to UVA and go through regional review and final virtual interviews, and financial need and test scores are not considered.
Offered by Jefferson Scholars Foundation. Scholarship for high school students in USA. Format: Online. Cost: Free. Grades 12–12. Deadline: 2026-12-01.
Fields: Leadership, Full Ride
Info checked October 2026.
The deadline is December 1, 2026.
Yes. Jefferson Scholars Program is free to take part in.
High school students in grade 12. It runs online. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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