The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program application is now open on the Common App. The deadline to apply is November 12, 2025.

Selected Cooke Scholars will:

• Receive scholarship funding toward college attendance costs so they may graduate with as little debt as possible.
• Access comprehensive advising about how to maximize their college experience.
• Be eligible for internships, study abroad, and to apply for the Cooke Graduate Scholarship.

Eligible applicants must meet the following requirements:

• 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 2026.
• Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2026.
• GPA – Earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.75 or above.
• Test Scores – Submit a standardized test score or scores from one of the following: SAT, ACT, AP, or IB exam. There is no minimum score requirement to apply, however, applicants must have taken one (or more) of these tests and submit the score.
• Demonstrate Unmet Financial Need – We will consider applicants with a maximum annual gross income of $95,000. Last year’s cohort of new College Scholarship recipients had a median family income of approximately $34,000. During the selection process, the Foundation will conduct a full financial review which will take into account all income and assets of the student and the student’s parents.

To get started, click the button below:

https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=987&utm_campaign=2021_CS_Outreach&utm_medium=email&utm_source=College_Board

We look forward to receiving your application!

Sincerely,

Cooke Foundation Outreach and Selection Team