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| Program | Funding | Award period |
|---|---|---|
| The Gates Scholarship | Remaining eligible cost | After other aid and student contribution |
| Jack Kent Cooke | Up to $55,000 | Per year |
| Amazon Future Engineer | Up to $40,000 | Up to $10,000 a year for four years |
| Coca-Cola Scholars | $20,000 | Scholarship award |
| Dell Scholars | $20,000 | Scholarship plus support |
Eligibility and application cycles
Provider information checked October 13, 2026. Application timing below reflects the published cycle, not a prediction of the next one.
Need-basedThe Gates Scholarship
Remaining cost
After other aid and the calculated student contribution
For Pell-eligible high school seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, with at least a 3.3 weighted GPA and plans for an eligible four-year degree.
Cycle check Published application deadline: September 15, 2026; that date has passed.
Academic achievementJack Kent Cooke College Scholarship
Up to $55,000
Per year · amount depends on college costs and other aid
For high-achieving high school seniors with financial need pursuing a four-year college degree. Review the full academic, financial and document requirements.
Cycle check Published deadline: November 11, 2026.
Computer scienceAmazon Future Engineer
Up to $40,000
Up to $10,000 annually for four years
For eligible U.S. high school seniors pursuing computer science or related fields, with financial need. The program also includes a paid Amazon internship. Funding depends on unmet need and renewal conditions.
Cycle check The provider lists 2025–26 applications as closed and offers updates for the next cycle.
Leadership & serviceCoca-Cola Scholars
$20,000
Scholarship award
An achievement-based program for eligible graduating high school students, recognizing leadership and service. The listed minimum GPA is 3.0; additional eligibility rules apply.
Cycle check The provider says the 2027 application is closed.
College supportDell Scholars
$20,000
Scholarship plus additional support
For the 2027 cycle: graduating Texas high school seniors in an approved college readiness program, planning to attend a four-year public institution in Texas, with Pell eligibility and at least a 2.4 GPA.
Cycle check Published window: October 1, 2026–January 12, 2027.
How to compare scholarship offers
The award period
Keep annual amounts separate from totals over several years. Note what must happen for the award to renew.
The actual funding
“Up to” is a cap. Last-dollar funding depends on remaining costs after other aid; it is not a fixed cash payment.
The requirements
Check your study plans, location and required materials. A recognizable brand is not a reason to skip the eligibility review.
The next deadline
A closed program can stay on your research list, but prioritize applications you can currently complete.
Balance national and local opportunities
Build a balanced shortlist. Alongside the programs above, look for awards linked to your school, community and field. A smaller award with relevant requirements may deserve your time, too.
ScholarFit helps connect your profile to opportunities and explain why they may fit. Award decisions and final eligibility remain with the provider.
Common questions
Does “full cost” mean I receive a fixed amount?
No. For last-dollar programs, funding is calculated against eligible costs and other aid. Read the provider’s method and covered expenses.
Are these all open now?
No. Each card includes the published cycle information checked on the date above. Follow the provider’s current instructions before preparing an application.
Can Canadian students apply to this list?
This particular selection focuses on U.S. programs. Each sets its own citizenship, residency and enrollment conditions. Our finding-scholarships guide includes a Canadian student aid starting point.
Sources & review
Reviewed against the resources below on October 13, 2026. Program details can change; check the provider’s current instructions before applying.
