Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors – Apr 23
Posted by Sallie Mae Fund on April 7, 2026
The Sallie Mae Fund is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors, administered by Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF). The program will award 30 scholarships of up to $10,000 to help high school seniors access higher education. Apply by April 23, 2026.
Eligibility:
- Enrolled as a Pell-Grant eligible high school senior for 2026-2027 academic year
- Plan to enroll as a first-time, incoming freshman at an accredited postsecondary institution or continuous education program during the 2026- 2027 academic year
- Two-year schools
- Four-year schools
- Vocational/technical certificate/certification program
- Demonstrate leadership abilities and good moral character with accumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher
- A U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
We appreciate the critical role you play in connecting students with resources that help make higher education more accessible and affordable and encourage you to share this opportunity with eligible seniors at your school.
In addition, Sallie Mae offers more free tools and resources to help families plan and pay for higher education, including Scholly Scholarships, a monthly $2,000 No Essay Scholarship, a quarterly $5,000 Grad School No Essay Scholarship, and Scholly Easy Apply.
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