"Most Gen Z Human Alive" Scholarship
Are you the human embodiment of Gen Z? Do you say things like “it’s giving” without irony, keep an emotional support water bottle within arm’s reach at all times, and somehow thrive in a group chat with forty-seven unread messages?
Does your camera roll consist of blurry concert photos, random screenshots, oddly specific memes, and pictures of your friends doing absolutely nothing, and yet, you wouldn’t delete a single one? If any of that sounds familiar, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.
This scholarship seeks to support students who can convincingly—and creatively—show us that they are, without question, the most Gen Z person alive. This scholarship isn’t about grades, leadership roles, or test scores, it’s about vibes.
Any high school senior who is the embodiment of the Gen Z experience may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, submit a short video under sixty seconds or a written response of 300 words or fewer telling us why you’re the most Gen Z person alive.
Answer the question: “Why am I the most Gen Z person alive?”
We're looking for authenticity, humor, and personality. Tell us about your digital habits, your deep commitment to becoming the next big influencer, or how you find calm in chaos by scrolling TikTok at 2 a.m. Maybe you’re a BeReal overachiever, maybe you communicate exclusively through shared playlists, or maybe you’ve perfected the art of multitasking with seven open tabs and a half-written Notes app thought spiral.
Submissions will be judged based on creativity, clarity, and how well you express what makes your Gen Z experience unique. We’re not looking for perfection—we’re looking for perspective. Whether you lean into humor, honesty, or a mix of both, we want to hear your take on what it really means to be part of this generation.
We believe not every scholarship needs to revolve around serious essays and traditional accomplishments. Sometimes, just being yourself—memes, slang, chaotic energy and all—is more than enough. This is your chance to show off the quirks that make you you, and maybe walk away with a little extra cash for being unapologetically Gen Z.
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The application deadline is Jul 25, 2025. Winners will be announced on Aug 25, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Aug 25, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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