About
The College JumpStart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based scholarship program that provides financial awards to students committed to pursuing higher education. The program is open to 10th-12th graders, college students, and non-traditional students, with awards that can be used at any college or university in the United States. The scholarship emphasizes hard work, perseverance, and love of learning rather than financial need.
Funding Opportunities
College JumpStart Pay It Forward Scholarship
The $1,000 College JumpStart Pay It Forward Scholarship allows students to share a time that they have paid it forward. The scholarship invites applicants to reflect on a time when someone did something kind for them and this motivated them to do something kind for someone else, or write about any topic of their choice. The personal statement is judged on content rather than writing style, with an emphasis on substance. The scholarship is open to current high school students (10th-12th grade) and college students, or those planning to enter college within the next 12 months. Financial need is not considered, nor are grades or test scores. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents and complete the online application including a personal statement of 250 words or less.
College JumpStart Gratitude Scholarship
The College JumpStart Gratitude Scholarship is a $1,000 award that allows students to share their thanks for acts of kindness they have received. The scholarship invites applicants to describe how someone has helped them along their life's path and how that support has shaped who they are. Applicants may also write about something they are thankful for and its significance, or choose any topic of their own. The personal statement is judged on content rather than writing style, with a focus on substance. The scholarship is designed to recognize students who can reflect meaningfully on gratitude and personal growth. Financial need, grades, and test scores are not considered in the selection process.
College JumpStart Love of Learning Scholarship
The $1,000 College JumpStart Love of Learning Scholarship provides students with an opportunity to share their passion for an idea or subject. The scholarship recognizes that college offers opportunities to pursue interests both inside and outside the classroom. Applicants are asked to write a 250-word personal statement about either the idea or subject they are most passionate about and why, or alternatively, any topic of their choice. The scholarship focuses on the content and substance of the personal statement rather than writing style, encouraging students to be concise and thoughtful in their responses. Financial need, grades, and test scores are not considered in the selection process, making this an accessible opportunity for students based solely on the merit of their ideas and interests.
At a Glance
- Total Funding Opportunities
- 4
- Active Now
- 3
- Source Domain
- jumpstart-scholarship.net
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