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SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE
Horatio Alger Scholarship guide. $25,000 awards for 106 students who have overcome adversity. Eligibility, application, and past winner profiles.
US citizens, current high school seniors with critical financial need (family income under $55K). Must demonstrate resilience through adversity. Minimum 2.0 GPA.
Check eligibility requirements and gather necessary documents before the deadline (October 25 (typical)).
Visit the official application portal and create an account.
Complete the application, including essays and supporting materials.
Submit before the deadline and follow up to confirm receipt.
Examples include family economic hardship, homelessness, foster care, family illness, death of a parent, or other significant challenges. Your essay should authentically describe your experience.
Written by AdmitPath team
Verified against official scholarship sources. Last updated August 2026.
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