The Dell Scholars Program 

Accepting Applications starting December 15, 2025

 Deadline is February 15, 2026

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The Dell Scholars program is a scholarship and college completion program that nurtures and empowers students on their path to a college degree. Since starting the program in 2004, the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation has supported 6,000 scholars, including more than 4,500 college graduates. 

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a high school senior participating in an approved college readiness program

• Plan to enroll full-time at an accredited four-year college or university right after high school

• Be Pell Grant eligible

• Have at least a 2.4 GPA

Strong candidates demonstrate:

• A strong sense of purpose – They set clear goals and take steps to achieve them.

• A career-driven mindset – They see their bachelor’s degree as a stepping stone to a fulfilling career.

• Perseverance – They turn obstacles into opportunities, finding ways to move forward and succeed.

• Self-motivation and determination – They take initiative, seek opportunities, and keep pushing forward.

To apply for a scholarship from the Dell Scholars program, the first step is completing the online application. See key application dates here. Once submitted, all applications will be assessed and a group of semifinalists will be selected. Semifinalists are asked to submit a current copy of their high school transcript, a complete Student Aid Report (SAR) from their FAFSA, and an online recommendation. After the semifinalist information is submitted, all information is reviewed by an independent selection committee.