College Prep Scholars Program
Get a head start to a top college as a high school junior with scholarships, awards, and resources designed to help you stand out in college admissions.
A head start to top colleges
This page will be updated soon for the 2026 College Prep Scholars Program.
Top colleges and universities are looking for students who have excelled academically despite financial hardship, and they partner with QuestBridge to find students like you. If you are a high-achieving high school junior from a low-income background, the College Prep Scholars Program can equip you with knowledge, confidence, and resources to connect with the nation's most sought-after colleges.
Are you a strong fit?
QuestBridge is looking for high school juniors who:
- Earn primarily A’s in the most challenging courses offered and demonstrate strong writing ability and intellectual curiosity
- Come from a household earning less than $65,000 annually (for a household of four) with minimal assets
- Demonstrate resilience, integrity, and motivation to succeed
Why apply as a junior?
Head start to a top college
Get a head start on preparing to apply for full four-year scholarships to 55 college partners through the National College Match in your senior year.
College prep
Receive guidance and resources to develop a strong college application.
Exclusive access
Get access to summer program scholarships, college admissions conferences, personalized resources, and even a chance to visit top colleges for free!
Community
Gain a supportive community of motivated peers who are also applying to top colleges.
By the numbers
College Prep Scholars are selected based on their academic achievement, financial circumstances, and personal qualities. They are competitive candidates for admission to college partners, and the awards and resources they receive further equip them to navigate the college application process.
High school juniors selected as College Prep Scholars in 2024
High school juniors selected as College Prep Scholars in 2024
College Prep Scholars are over seven times more likely than other applicants to receive full four-year scholarships through the National College Match.
College Prep Scholars are over seven times more likely than other applicants to receive full four-year scholarships through the National College Match.