Horatio Alger National Scholarship

The Horatio Alger National Scholarship is a major U.S. undergraduate scholarship for high school juniors facing significant personal or financial challenges, to support pursuing a bachelor’s degree at an accredited nonprofit institution in the United States. It awards $25,000 to eligible students and is one of the association’s main undergraduate programs.

Scholarship award of $25,000 for undergraduate study; generally offers access to a network and ongoing support through Horatio Alger programming.

Open to high school juniors in the United States who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree at an accredited nonprofit institution in the United States and demonstrate financial need, integrity, perseverance, and community involvement.

Submit an online application with required documents (transcripts, income verification, essays) through the Horatio Alger Undergraduate Scholarships portal during the application period.