Cooke College Scholarship Program
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
About
A highly selective last-dollar scholarship for high-achieving high school seniors with financial need, worth up to $55,000 per year toward a bachelor's degree, plus advising. Applications are submitted through the Common App. Also required: starting at an accredited four-year college in fall 2027; must submit an SAT, ACT, AP or IB score (no minimum).
Dedicated to advancing the education of exceptionally promising students who have financial need.
Who can apply
High school senior
“Senior standing – Complete four years of high school in the U.S., a U.S territory, or on a U.S. military base and plan to graduate in spring 2027.”
Graduating high school in spring 2027
“plan to graduate in spring 2027.”
Minimum 3.75 cumulative unweighted GPA
“GPA – Earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.75 or above.”
Family income up to $95,000
“Demonstrate Unmet Financial Need – We will consider applicants with family annual gross income up to $95,000.”
Must live in the U.S. (or a U.S. territory) and attend all four years of high school in the U.S.
“You must, however, reside in the United States or a U.S. territory and attend all four years of high school in the United States.”
Leadership is a selection criterion · preferred
“Leadership: Motivates others, takes initiative, and contributes positively to the community.”
Persistence in the face of obstacles is a selection criterion · preferred
“Persistence: Exhibits determination when faced with obstacles, goal-oriented, and confronts challenges with an ability to adapt to change.”