College Prep Scholars Program

A program from QuestBridge for high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds, with typical households earning under $65,000 for a family of four. Scholars can win full scholarships to college summer programs at schools such as Rice, UChicago and Yale, and $1,000 Quest for Excellence Awards for things like a laptop or campus visits. They also get a head start on the National College Match, which offers full four-year scholarships at 55 college partners.

Offered by QuestBridge. Scholarship for high school students in USA. Format: Online. Cost: Free. Grades 11–11. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Leadership

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grade 11. It runs online.
Cost
Free to take part.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about College Prep Scholars Program

When is the College Prep Scholars Program deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is College Prep Scholars Program free?

Yes. College Prep Scholars Program is free to take part in.

Who can apply to College Prep Scholars Program?

High school students in grade 11. It runs online. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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