Dell Scholarship Program

Name: Dell Scholarship Program

Award Amount: $20,000

Information and Eligibility:
The Dell Scholarship Program is a comprehensive support initiative designed to help students succeed not only financially, but also academically and personally throughout their college journey. Each Dell Scholar receives $20,000 in flexible scholarship funds disbursed over six years, along with robust non-financial support that includes technology, a peer and mentor network, academic resources and ongoing guidance.
This scholarship focuses on students who have demonstrated determination, drive and the ability to overcome challenges. Rather than solely emphasizing test scores or traditional academic metrics, the Dell Scholarship Program recognizes potential, resilience and need for support. Each year, 250 students nationwide are selected as Dell Scholars.
Eligibility criteria include:

• Residency: Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Education Level: Must be graduating from an accredited U.S. high school in the current academic year.
• GPA Requirement: Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.4.
• Financial Need: Applicants must demonstrate significant financial need.
• Program Requirement: Students typically participate in an approved college-preparation program (e.g., AVID, Upward Bound, GEAR UP).

Application Requirements:

• Completed online application form.
• Submission of high-school transcripts.
• Documentation demonstrating financial need.
• Additional information may be required during finalist verification.

Selection Criteria:

• Persistence, motivation and the ability to overcome obstacles.
• Financial need and readiness for the academic demands of college.
• Overall alignment with the Dell Scholars mission of supporting determined students.

Additional Details:

• Scholars receive a laptop, textbook credits, access to mentoring and connection to a nationwide support community.
• Awards are renewable and distributed over six years to provide ongoing support.
• Funds may be used for tuition, housing, supplies or other approved educational expenses.

Deadline:

• January

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