Scholarship Overview
The QuestBridge Scholarships for 2024 presents an unparalleled opportunity for high school seniors in the United States, offering a pathway to a fully funded undergraduate education. This prestigious program partners with 40 top colleges and universities across the U.S. to match outstanding students who have demonstrated academic excellence and financial need with full four-year scholarships, valued at over $200,000. The scholarship covers the entirety of college expenses, including tuition, room and board, travel expenses, books, and supplies, embodying a commitment to making higher education accessible and affordable.
Host Institution(s)
QuestBridge collaborates with an elite consortium of 40 prestigious colleges and universities across the United States, including Ivy League institutions, liberal arts colleges, and leading research universities. These partners are committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience to QuestBridge scholars.
Level(s)/Field(s)
The scholarship is designed for undergraduate studies, offering a wide array of academic fields and disciplines available at the participating institutions. From the humanities and social sciences to engineering and natural sciences, QuestBridge scholars have the freedom to pursue their academic interests and ambitions to the fullest extent.
Scholarship Value
QuestBridge Scholarships cover the full cost of attendance for the entire duration of an undergraduate program at any of the partner colleges. This includes tuition, room and board, travel expenses, books, and supplies. While the scholarship aims to cover all expenses without the need for parental contribution or student loans, it does anticipate a student contribution in the form of work-study or student savings, ensuring a comprehensive support system for the scholars.
Eligibility
Eligibility for the QuestBridge Scholarships centers around academic achievement, financial need, and citizenship status. Applicants must be high school seniors in the U.S., either U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or students, irrespective of citizenship, attending high school in the U.S. Candidates should display exceptional academic records, primarily A’s in challenging courses, including Honors, AP, or IB levels, and standardized test scores above the 1310 mark for the SAT or PSAT, or an ACT composite score above 28. Additionally, applicants should rank in the top 5-10% of their graduating class and demonstrate strong writing skills, intellectual vitality, and determination through their essays, recommendation letters, and extracurricular achievements.
Application Instructions
To apply for the QuestBridge Scholarships, candidates must complete the National College Match’s online application, which encompasses two essays, short answer questions, two letters of recommendation from core academic subject teachers, a Secondary School Report from their high school counselor, and a high school transcript. Optional but recommended materials include a School Profile. Standardized test scores, such as the SAT or ACT, are highly recommended. The application process involves ranking up to 12 college partners and submitting additional materials if selected as finalists. Finalists who match with a college are awarded a full four-year scholarship. Those not selected or who do not match can apply to additional schools through QuestBridge Regular Decision without application fees, ensuring multiple pathways to achieving their college aspirations.