Next Generation Scholarship
Next Generation Scholarship
The Next Generation Scholarship provides $25,000 in merit-based financial assistance for students involved in the retail industry. It's open to college sophomores, juniors, or seniors who are members of the NRF Student Association.
May 26, 2026
49 days left
$25,000
Award amount
8
Requirements
Who can apply
- Must be a member of the NRF Student Association
- Minimum 3.00 GPA
- U.S. resident
- College sophomore, junior, or senior
- Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree full-time
- Previous or current profession or internship in retail
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Participation in community service or extracurricular activities
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
upcoming
Study levels
college_2
Eligible institutions
National Retail Federation
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Verify membership in the NRF Student Association
- Ensure GPA meets the minimum requirement
- Confirm eligibility based on degree level and field of study
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Payout method details
- Specific application process steps
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
AI guidanceListing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.
- Gather required documents: transcripts, recommendation letter, essay, resume, headshot, video, and prepare for an interview
- Highlight retail experience in your application
- Emphasize community service involvement
Key requirements (8)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Member of the National Retail Federation Student Association (NRFSA).
- Minimum 3.00 GPA.
- Resident of the U.S.
- College sophomore, junior, or senior.
- Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree full-time.
- Previous or current profession or internship in the retail industry.
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Participation in community service or extracurricular activities.
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Supporting documents (as listed in requirements)
Applying
Application details are available on the official scholarship page.
Award & payment
Amount: $25,000
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
Overview
Merit-based scholarship for college students involved in retail, providing $25,000 to support education costs.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.