Milken Scholars Program

Award Amount
Award Amount

$8,000

Application deadline
Application deadline

November 30

Awarded By:

Milken Family Foundation

Number of Awards & Eligibility: The Milken Family Foundation expects to select between 10 and 20 new Milken Scholars this year.

In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:

Description: This award is available for U.S. citizens who are currently high school seniors in Los Angeles, CA, New York City, NY, and Washington, D.C. Eligible applicants must demonstrate leadership and community service, must have a grade point average of 3.6 or higher, and must demonstrate financial need.

Application requirements for the Milken Scholars Program are:

  • Application form
  • Nomination
  • Recommendation letter
  • Official Transcript
  • Interview (finalists only)
Additional Information: The Milken Scholars Program celebrates and supports academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, as well as school and community service among college-bound students with financial need who have overcome social, economic or other obstacles. Milken Scholars must commit to attend all annual program activities (expenses paid), including a three-day retreat, and maintain a 3.0 grade point average throughout their undergraduate college careers. Scholars are also encouraged to participate in community service activities in their home and/or school community.

Award Amount: Selected scholars will receive a $2,000 scholarship (paid over four years), a recognition dinner, and an annual retreat. Milken scholars also have access to ongoing counseling and support for personal, academic, and professional issues; assistance with career-related experiences through internships and shadowing opportunities; and a graduate fund, which assists students as they prepare for the world of work or graduate school.  The total dollars awarded for this scholarship is $8,000.

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Saturday, November 30

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