The Daniels Scholarship Program, established by the Daniels Fund, aims to support motivated and ambitious students who demonstrate strong character, leadership potential, and a commitment to community service. This scholarship provides financial assistance for college education to graduating high school seniors from Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming, helping them achieve their educational and career goals.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Daniels Scholarship Program, applicants must:
- Be a graduating high school senior.
- Be a resident of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming.
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Have a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 (unweighted).
- Meet minimum SAT (490 Math, 490 Evidence-Based Reading & Writing) or ACT (18 in each category) scores.
- Demonstrate financial need with an Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of $100,000 or less on the 2023 federal tax return, allowing for additional income based on the number of dependents.
Benefits
This Daniels scholarship covers:
- Full cost of attendance at partner schools within the four-state region or up to $25,000 per year for schools outside the region.
- Tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and miscellaneous educational expenses.
- A laptop computer and ongoing support throughout college.
Application Process
- Application Period: Submit applications online between September 16 and October 18, 2024.
- Semi-Finalist Phase: Submit essay responses and letters of recommendation between October 28 and November 15, 2024.
- Document Verification: Submit required documents, including tax returns, test scores, citizenship and residency proof, college enrollment proof, and FAFSA Submission Summary.
- Finalist Notification: Semi-Finalists will be notified in January and invited to personal interviews in February and March.
- Scholar Selection: Daniels Scholars are announced in late March and must attend a scholarship orientation conference in June.
Application Link and Deadline
- Application Period: Application Window will open on September 16 and close on October 18, 2024.
- Semi-Finalist Document Submission: October 28 – November 15, 2024.
- Finalist Notification: January 2025.
- Interviews: February – March 2025.
- Scholar Announcement: Late March 2025.
- Official Call for invitation letter: https://www.danielsfund.org/scholarships/daniels-scholarship-program/overview
The Daniels Scholarship Program offers a comprehensive support system and financial aid to help students from select states pursue their college dreams, fostering the next generation of leaders committed to making a positive impact in their communities.
