The American Dream Scholarship supports students in the United States who face financial barriers to higher education. The scholarship focuses on access, affordability, and academic continuation. The program reduces tuition costs and helps students complete college degrees.
Many students discontinue higher education due to financial gaps. The American Dream Scholarship addresses this issue by covering tuition after other aid is applied. The scholarship strengthens college retention and degree completion.
The scholarship operates through recognized U.S.-based programs and partner institutions. Applicants must meet defined academic and residency conditions. The application process follows a structured annual cycle.
Scholarship Coverage
The American Dream Scholarship covers remaining tuition and mandatory academic fees. The award applies after federal grants, state aid, and institutional support are deducted. The scholarship does not cover housing, transportation, or personal living expenses.
American Dream Scholarship Summary
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Location: United States
Institution(s): Partner colleges and universities
Program Period: Up to 2 academic years or 60 credit hours
Course Offered: Associate and Bachelor’s degree programmes
Deadline: Annual cycle; applications typically close between February and April
Eligibility Criteria
There are five eligibility requirements for the American Dream Scholarship:
- The applicant must reside in the United States.
- The applicant must enroll in a partner college or university.
- The applicant must demonstrate financial need through official aid documentation.
- The applicant must maintain satisfactory academic progress, such as a minimum GPA requirement.
- The applicant must enroll full-time, such as 12 credit hours per semester.
Application Process
Students must submit an online application through the official scholarship portal.
Applicants must upload academic records, financial documents, and enrollment confirmation.
Selected students receive funding after institutional verification is complete.
Deadline
The scholarship follows a fixed annual deadline.
Most application cycles close between February and April each year.
Late applications are not accepted after the published closing date.
