2026 Scholarship Information
Students can apply to all available scholarships with one application. Eligibility is determined based on information included in the application.
The 2026 scholarship application will open on Monday, February 2, 2026 and will close at 11:59 p.m. on February 20, 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
General Eligibility
- A currently enrolled Woodrow Senior graduating in May 2026.
- Have a 2.6 unweighted GPA (on a 4.0 scale) or higher as of Fall 2025.
- Plan to enroll full-time during Fall 2026 as a student in an accredited trade school, college or university.
- Submit a completed application by the deadline and include 2 recommendations (1 academic and 1 non-academic).
Required Supporting Materials to your Application
Please be prepared to include the following information and documentation with your application.
Recommendation Forms | Action Required
- Complete applications include two recommendations – one from someone who can speak to your story of academic achievement (academic recommendation) and one from someone like a coach or advisor or workplace boss who can speak to your character and work ethic (non-academic recommendation).
- When you complete your application, you will be asked to provide the names and contact information for your recommenders; they will then receive instructions and a link to the recommendation form. The deadline for complete recommendations is 11:59 p.m. on February 20, 2026 along with a fully completed application.
Transcript | Action Required
- Your application must include an unofficial transcript that shows your Fall 2025 grades. Applications without this transcript will be considered incomplete. Be sure to request your transcript in advance by contacting your Counselor or ASP Advisor.
What happens after I submit?
- A committee of community volunteers will review your materials and rate on verifiability of information and evidence of achievement.
- Winners will be notified no later than Tuesday, April 21, 2026 and must accept by Friday, April 24, 2026.
- Winners are expected to give a speech in person at the Woodrow Foundation’s annual event held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at the Lakewood Country Club. More details will be shared with winners after award acceptance.
Award recipients will request distribution between June 1 and August 1 through an online portal, with proof of enrollment. Payment will be made directly to that school and is to be applied to qualified expenses, including undergraduate tuition, fees, books, and on-campus room and board for the following academic year.