The GEAR UP & TRIO Scholarship
College is an important experience and qualification for many students who have ambitious career goals, but many students face roadblocks that their peers don’t have to worry about.
Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) grants are meant to boost the number of low-income students who are able to attend college. Similarly, federal TRIO programs are designed to uplift disadvantaged students, including low-income students, first-generation college students, and those with disabilities.
This scholarship aims to support students who are underserved so they can have opportunities for higher education and professional success.
Any high school senior or undergraduate student with a 2.5 minimum GPA who is a member of GEAR UP or TRIO may apply for this scholarship opportunity. One award will go to a high school senior, and one will go to a college student.
To apply, tell us what your dream job is and how this scholarship would help you get there. Additionally, upload a letter of recommendation from your TRIO or GEAR UP coordinator or counselor.
If you could create your dream job after graduation, what would it look like, and how would this scholarship help you get there?
Winners and Finalists
June 2025
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The application deadline is May 23, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jun 23, 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 Jun 23, 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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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.
