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Shawn Scholarship

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The Shawn Scholarship offers financial assistance to students who have overcome personal setbacks. Eligible applicants include high school seniors, GED holders, undergraduates, and vocational/trade school students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents under 25 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. The application deadline is April 30, 2026.

Eligible: United StatesStudy in: United States

04.30.26

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  • Students overcoming personal setbacks
  • High school seniors
  • GED holders

Key highlights

  • Open to students under 25 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher
  • Supports those facing socio-economic challenges
  • Deadline: April 30, 2026

Why apply

  • Potential to receive financial support for education
  • Opportunity to join a community of Shawn Scholars
  • Support for students overcoming significant challenges

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Review status

Apr 15, 2026

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Deadline urgency

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Application difficulty

Medium

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Who can apply

  • U.S. citizens or permanent residents
  • Under 25 years of age
  • GPA of 2.0 or higher
  • Facing personal setbacks like poverty or interrupted schooling

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Quick facts

Status

Open

Field of study

Education

Eligible institutions

Payout method

Paid directly to the student

Application plan

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Application signals

  • Ensure you meet the age and GPA requirements
  • Prepare to discuss personal setbacks and educational goals
  • Plan to give back through community service if selected

Details to use

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  • Provider's mission statement
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Red flags

  • Award amount is unspecified
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Next steps

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  1. Plan submission around the listed deadline: 2026-04-30.
  2. Use the application path to confirm eligibility, documents, and any updated deadline before submitting.

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  • Highlight your personal challenges and educational aspirations
  • Emphasize your commitment to community service
  • Ensure all required documents are submitted by the deadline

Key requirements (4)

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  • This program is open to high school seniors, students with GED diplomas, undergraduates at 2- and 4-year colleges and universities, and vocational/trade school students.
  • Applicants must have "a compelling desire to pursue higher education," in spite of personal, socio-economic setbacks, such as teen pregnancy, former incarceration, interrupted schooling, poverty, or homelessness.
  • They must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, younger than 25 years of age, and have a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
  • Recipients are expected to "give back" by conducting community service and by serving as mentors to younger, aspiring Shawn Scholars.

Applying

Submit your application for the Shawn Carter Scholarship by April 30, 2026. Highlight personal challenges and your commitment to education.

Award & payment

Amount: Amount Varies

Payout: Paid directly to the student

About the provider

Overview

The Shawn Scholarship supports students facing socio-economic challenges, offering financial aid to those under 25 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Sponsor & application

Information last verified Apr 15, 2026.

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FAQ

Who can apply for the Shawn Carter Scholarship?
High school seniors, GED holders, undergraduates, and vocational/trade school students under 25 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher can apply.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Shawn Carter Scholarship?
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents under 25, with a GPA of 2.0 or higher, and have faced personal setbacks.
How much is the Shawn Carter Scholarship award?
The award amount varies and is not specified in the listing.
What is expected of Shawn Carter Scholarship recipients?
Recipients are expected to give back through community service and mentoring younger students.