The Horatio Alger Association seeks to provide scholarship assistance to deserving students who have demonstrated integrity, determination in overcoming adversity, academic potential, the personal aspiration to make a unique contribution to society, strength of character and financial need.

For High School Juniors:

The Association awards 2 Massachusetts students with a $25,000 National Scholarship and 9 students from the state of Massachusetts with $10,000 scholarships. 

The application deadline is March 1.

For High School Seniors:

The Association awards scholarships worth between $10,000 to $52,000 to specific colleges and universities across the United States. 

The application deadline is Feb 15. (See website below for details)

Key criteria for qualification:

-- Be enrolled full time as a high school student in the United States

-- Demonstrate financial need ($100,000 or lower household income)

-- Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

-- Maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0

-- Be a United States citizen

For additional information please visit our website: Horatio Alger Assocation Scholarships