The George Foundation Scholarship Grant

The George Foundation Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The George Foundation
Amount: US $4,000 - US $6,500
Last Updated: January 10, 2026

Summary

The George Foundation Scholarship provides over $1.5 million annually to over 150 local students pursuing higher education in Texas. This scholarship targets high-performing student leaders with financial needs and automatically renews for up to four years. Applicants must be residents of Fort Bend County and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5. The program supports both graduating seniors and non-traditional students, emphasizing inclusivity for unique educational journeys.

Overview

The George Foundation Scholarship The George Foundation Scholarship is our flagship scholarship program, awarding over $1.5 million to 150+ local students each year to pursue their higher education goals. Competitive candidates demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership in addition to financial need. The scholarship automatically renews for a maximum of four years or until a bachelor’s degree is earned pending the awardee maintains eligibility (see requirements). Only one application is needed to be considered for two scholarship opportunities as eligible.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The scholarship must be utilized for an undergraduate program at public institutions of higher education located in the state of Texas.The George Foundation Scholarship targets high-performing student leaders who need financial help to achieve their educational goals. Awards are for undergraduate study only.For Local Graduating Seniors:The George Foundation awards and renews forty (40) 4-year scholarships totaling up to $24,000 each through a tiered structure to graduating high school seniors from Fort Bend County. Students must meet certain criteria to receive renewed awards.For Other Local Students:The George Foundation also awards and renews up to one hundred twenty (120) scholarships totaling up to $18,000 each over a 4-year, tiered period to Fort Bend residents who may have followed a different path on their journey to achieve their educational goals. Awardees may be currently pursuing their degree, returning to higher education after time away, or have a gap in education between high school and today. Not everyone’s story is the same, and this award considers those factors. Graduating seniors are also considered for this award (one application will register you for both opportunities).Must be a resident of Fort Bend County.Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, U.S. permanent resident status, or deferred action status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program (DACA).Must be enrolled or plan to enroll (including high school seniors) in an undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year public college, public university, or public technical school in Texas.Must be a full-time student (minimum 12 credit hours)Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.Yes, if you meet or exceed the selection criteria, you are eligible to apply even with a diagnosed learning difference.Financial need, as calculated by Scholarship America, must be demonstrated for the student to receive an award. There is no strict household income limit to apply. Yes, you may apply for a scholarship if you have not yet been accepted to a two- or four-year public college or public university in Texas. However, the eventual awarding of the scholarship will require verification of enrollment.As a home-schooled applicant, you are eligible to apply.If you received a GED diploma, you are eligible to apply for The George Foundation Higher Education scholarship program.If students want to be considered for need-based scholarships, they must complete the FAFSA.Students who do not receive a Higher Education scholarship in their first year are still eligible to apply in subsequent years.Scholarship funds cover education-related expenses.

Ineligibility

Awards may not be used at out-of-state or private institutions.Students pursuing a second degree do not qualify for The George Foundation Higher Education scholarship program.