The deadline for the 2020 College Prep Scholars Program has been extended to Tuesday, April 21, due to COVID-19. Read our latest update >>

Applying to college can seem daunting, and the prospect of paying for it can seem even more overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges.

Why apply as a junior? Being a College Prep Scholar is a notable distinction that shows our 42 college partners that you are a competitive candidate for admission. As a College Prep Scholar, you will receive exclusive awards and opportunities to develop a strong college application that shares your unique story.

Awards for College Prep Scholars may include:

• A full scholarship to a college summer program at Stanford, Yale, Notre Dame, and more. Scholarships are valued at up to $20,000 and cover travel, tuition, and room & board.
• Quest for Excellence Awards, such as $1,000 for a laptop, campus visits, or test score fees.
• An invitation to a QuestBridge National College Admissions Conference.
• Up to a $500 travel voucher toward attending a QuestBridge National College Admissions Conference at Stanford, Emory, or UChicago.
• Personalized college essay feedback.
• One-on-one admissions telementoring from Amherst College students.
• Specialized guidance and resources for the college application process.
• Access to an online community of peers who are also applying to top colleges.

*Please note that we have adapted some of our awards and opportunities in response to COVID-19. Read our latest update >>

Did you know? When you apply as a junior, your application will automatically carry over for the National College Match when you’re a senior, giving you a head start on applying for a full four-year scholarship to our college partners. The majority of College Prep Scholars are selected as Finalists for the National College Match.