The Horatio Alger Association was established in 1947, following the Great Depression and the Second World War, to reinforce belief in the American Dream and promote the merits of private enterprise. It bears the name of the renowned author Horatio Alger, Jr., whose tales of overcoming adversity through unyielding perseverance and basic moral principles captivated the public in the late 19th century. The organization’s founder, Dr. Kenneth Beebe, in close association with Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, hoped to inspire individual Americans to reach their highest potential, thereby strengthening American society as a whole. They created the Association to recognize individuals of exceptional achievement as a way to remind Americans of the greatness that can be accomplished in our country regardless of one’s circumstances or background.
Horatio Alger Association administers over 70 scholarship programs, offering opportunities for students in various stages of their academic careers to achieve their educational goals and realize their potential.
Application process
Step 1: Review the section in the link below to determine the scholarships for which you are eligible.
Step 2: By filling out one application, you will be considered for all scholarships for which you are eligible.
Step 3: Click the Apply Now button on their website to start the application.
Application deadline
The undergraduate scholarship application will open on December 1 and close on March 15.
A single application will allow you to be considered for the full range of scholarships provided by the Horatio Alger Association. To be considered, your application and all required materials must be submitted online application by 12:00 p.m. E.T. on March 15.
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