Education First Scholarships

Since 1996, Education First has awarded over $1,000,000 in scholarships.

Scholarships from Education First are valid up to seven years after high school graduation and can be applied to tuition or books.

We send the full scholarship directly to the college/university in the first term, allowing scholars to work with their financial aid office and determine which years (or terms) to apply the award.

Scholars can request a different payout schedule, as it is not our intent to affect their overall financial aid package.

If a scholar transfers, they request unused funds to be returned to Education First and funds are re-directed to their new school.

For the 2023/2024 high school year, we will be offering the following awards:

• Two $3,500 college scholarships in each of our chapter cities
• Every recipient provided access to a professional college coach

Students must be a senior at one of our participating schools to apply. Selected applicants will be invited to participate in an interview before we make a final decision. We are not necessarily looking for the "straight A" student, but rather one who can overcome obstacles and be successful in college.

The scholarship is open to high school seniors from select high schools in the following U.S. cities: Austin, Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, Portland (OR), San Diego, San Francisco, and Seattle.