Frequently Asked Questions
A scholarship is a financial award for a student to further their education and is not required to be repaid. This scholarship is intended to be added to other financial support you receive.
Absolutely. We award scholarships to any accredited post-secondary education institution.
No. A FAFSA application is NOT needed for this scholarship.
The scholarship award is ONE time award per student.
The number of scholarships awarded is evaluated each year. This number will be announced prior to the opening of applications.
2025-2026 Scholarship recipients have been announced. 2026-27 applications will open in late 2026.
An awarded scholarship is paid directly to the student once you have verified acceptance and/or enrollment to a post-secondary institution.
Scholarship monies can be used for any tuition related expenses. This can include room and board, books, and living expenses.
You can contact us here, or send us an email at Info@risingtothechallengescholarship.org