NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS OPEN OR CLOSING SOON — U.S. HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

1. Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship (Video or Essay-Based)

Deadline: Application window closed Jan 6, 2026 (selection continues through Apr 21).
Who’s eligible: U.S. legal residents ages 16–26 planning post-secondary education (college, trade, or technical).
Requirements: Short video (up to 2 min) or written essay about your passion and future goals.
Benefits: Varies (scholarships often range up to $25,000).

2. Feeding Student Success Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 13, 2026.
Eligibility: U.S. citizen or legal resident; graduating high school senior; minimum GPA ~2.5; must live or plan to attend school in the brand’s footprint states (check sponsor site).
Details: Designed to help with tuition/expenses; preference for demonstrated financial need.
Award: $5,000.

3. Dell Scholars Program

Deadline: Feb 15, 2026.
Eligibility: High school seniors with minimum GPA ~2.4; U.S. citizen or permanent resident; demonstrated financial need; involvement in college readiness program.
Benefits: $20,000 scholarship + laptop + ongoing support and resources.

4. Horatio Alger Scholarships

Deadline: Feb 15, 2026 (state programs may vary).
Eligibility: U.S. high school seniors with financial need who’ve overcome adversity and plan to attend a 4-year college.
Award: Varies by state (often $10,000+).

5. McDonald’s HACER® National Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 17, 2026.
Eligibility: High school seniors planning to enroll full-time at an accredited U.S. college; merit and need-based awards.
Award: Ranges from $5,000 to $100,000.

📌 QUICK TIPS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR SUCCESS

Start early: Many national scholarships open in the fall; some close as early as January/February.
FAFSA matters: Complete your FAFSA by June 30, 2026 to qualify for need-based aid and many awards at colleges.
Local wins count: Community/club scholarships often have fewer applicants and strong acceptance odds.

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