Last updated June 15, 2026
There are currently 859 active college prep grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
College prep grants fund programs that help students prepare for, enroll in, and succeed in postsecondary education, with a focus on low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented students. The largest federal sources are the U.S. Department of Education's Federal TRIO programs (including Upward Bound and Talent Search) and GEAR UP. Private foundations and college-access nonprofits also fund advising, test prep, and transition support.
¡HICA! Scholarship for Latinx Students Funder: Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama (¡HICA!) Geographic Scope: Alabama, United States Program Status: Active (launched in 2015) Focus Areas: -…
"Encuentros" Mentorship Program Overview: A structured mentorship program designed to connect Mexican students with professionals to provide guidance on higher education in the United States and STEM…
10,000 Degrees - Scholarships For Low Income Students Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 10000 DEGREES Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary 10,000 Degrees offers scholarships to low-income students with…
10,000 Degrees Scholarship Overview: 10,000 Degrees is the leading, equity-focused scholarship provider and college success nonprofit in California. The organization provides scholarships to students…
2+2 Transfer Scholarship Program This program is designed to assist and encourage transfer students from Maryland community colleges to attend a 4-year institution within the State. Details - Agency:…
2025-2026 TX GEAR UP (GU) Partner Districts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $110,000 - US $300,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The 2025-2026 TX GEAR UP (GU)…
21st Century Scholars Program Funder: State of Indiana (created 1990) Administrator: Indiana Commission for Higher Education Program Status: Active and well-established (celebrating 30th anniversary…
529 Jump Funder: St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation Geographic Scope: St. Vrain Valley Schools District, Colorado Status: Program listed on foundation website under Programs menu Note:…
916 Education Foundation Scholarship Program Funder: 916 Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Northeast Metro 916 education programs (Minnesota) Target Population: High school seniors attending…
A-B Tech Scholarship Overview: An endowed need-based scholarship established to celebrate CWL's 75th anniversary in 2000, designed to help community members attend Asheville-Buncombe Technical…
A. Lamar Matthews Jr. Memorial Fund Purpose: The fund supports: - Organizations like the Booker Law Academy at Booker High School to support high school students interested in law - Scholarships to…
A.R.I.S.E. Fund Overview Status: Active - 2024 cohort awarded Geographic Scope: Atlanta Public Schools (APS) district, specifically Carver Cluster middle and high school students Focus Areas: -…
Ab Nicholas Scholarship Mission: To make higher education accessible and affordable to worthy students, helping them open doors to a better world. Award Amount: - $10,000 per year for students in…
Overview _NOTE: If you have not received funding from Travelers in the past but believe your organization qualifies for funding according to our guidelines, please send an inquiry email to the…
Academic Common Market The Academic Common Market (ACM) affords students an opportunity to enroll at reduced tuition rates in certain out-of-state bachelor's and graduate programs that are not…
Academic Scholarships (National FFA Scholarships) Overview: Participating in the Kansas FFA scholarship program is an excellent opportunity for FFA members to receive financial support for their…
Overview Accelerating Innovative + Equitable Workforce Pathways Grant Blue Grass Community Foundation, with support from the Walton Family Foundation, is offering a second round of a two-round…
ACComplish @ St. Edward's Scholars Program Overview: Special transfer program at ACC designed to help ACC students seamlessly transfer to St. Edward's University with dedicated advising, financial…
Achieve Atlanta Scholarship Status: Currently accepting applications (as of 2026-04-03) Geographic Scope: Atlanta, Georgia Eligible Schools: - Atlanta Public Schools (APS) high school seniors -…
Act Six College Scholarship Program Overview: A full-need, full-tuition college scholarship program for high school students in Urban Ventures' service area in South Minneapolis. Award Amount:…
College prep grants support college awareness, advising, tutoring, test preparation, financial-aid help, and summer bridge programs. The federal TRIO programs (such as Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services) and GEAR UP are the cornerstone funding sources, both administered by the U.S. Department of Education. Many private foundations and regional college-access organizations also fund programs that increase enrollment and completion for underserved students.
College prep is funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Education through competitive TRIO and GEAR UP grants awarded to colleges, states, and nonprofit organizations. GEAR UP grants are typically six-year matching awards that frequently go to states, while TRIO grants go to institutions and community organizations. Private funders, including foundations focused on educational opportunity and college access, supplement federal funding for advising and scholarship-readiness programs.
Eligibility varies by program, but federal college-prep funding generally targets students from low-income families and students who would be first in their family to earn a bachelor's degree. Grantees are usually colleges, universities, state agencies, school districts, and nonprofit organizations rather than individual students.