The Spike Jorgensen Scholarship (2026) is an opportunity for graduating seniors in Alaska to receive financial support for their post-secondary education, honoring Mr. Jorgensen’s lifelong commitment to student success. The Coalition for Education Equity of Alaska (CEE) will award two $1,500 scholarships to students from member school districts, including one specifically for a student from a small village (population under 1,000). Selection is based on demonstrated achievement within the student’s educational context, particularly in challenging environments, along with clear and meaningful academic goals. Recipients may renew the scholarship for up to four consecutive years if they maintain full-time enrollment and a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applications are due April 30, 2026, and must be submitted via email or mail, with award notifications expected by May 15, 2026.

The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development is soliciting applications for the 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars program to recognize excellence among Alaskan students. The state may nominate up to twenty (20) exemplary high school seniors (10 male and 10 female) for this award based on outstanding scholarship, leadership, community involvement, and extraordinary achievement. While this is a national recognition program rather than a monetary scholarship, Scholars will receive a Presidential Scholars Medallion at an expense-paid ceremony in Washington, DC in June 2026. Applications for seniors graduating between January and June 2026 are due by January 30, 2026 at 4pm

The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development is soliciting applications for the 2026 Arts Presidential Scholars program to recognize excellence among Alaskan students in the Arts. The state will nominate up to five exemplary high school seniors who demonstrate outstanding scholarship and talent in the visual, creative, and performing arts. While this is a recognition program rather than a monetary scholarship, selected Scholars will receive a Presidential Scholars Medallion at an expense-paid ceremony in Washington, D.C.. Applications for eligible seniors graduating in Spring 2026 are due by January 30, 2026.

The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development is soliciting applications for the 2026 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Presidential Scholars program to recognize excellence among Alaskan students in CTE. The state may nominate up to five (5) exemplary secondary students for this prestigious award. The program is open to high school seniors participating in a CTE program who are graduating between January and June of 2026. While this is a national recognition program rather than a monetary scholarship, Scholars will receive a Presidential Scholars Medallion at an expense-paid ceremony in Washington, DC in June 2026. Applications are due by January 30, 2026, at 5 pm.

Region I will provide four $4000 endowments to schools that demonstrate effective use of funds to enhance andsupport student involvement in non-ASAA activities at the school or district level or who help to encourageinvolvement in statewide academic and co-curricular activities supported by the Alaska School Activities Association.Preference will be given to those applications impacting multiple students. It is our objective to encourage schools tocontinue to support students and region 1 in fulfilling the mission of supporting competitive athletic and academicprograms as part a comprehensive high school education. The endowment will be awarded each fall at the region 1meeting to encourage and allow schools to use these funds throughout the school year to support studentinvolvement in activities.

Region I Board of Directors maintains that a comprehensive high school education must include opportunities forstudent participation in organized and competitive athletic and academic programs. It is our belief that the disciplineand challenges of finding success in the competitive arena is also critical in achieving lifetime goals.Region I will provide eight $1000 scholarships for four male and four female students to pursue post-secondaryeducation or vocational education. It is our objective to encourage senior high school students who have athletic andacademic achievement to further their education. The scholarship will be awarded each spring in the form of acertificate. A letter from the winning applicant with their official class list attached is all that is required to receive thecheck, which will be written directly to them.

The Association of Alaska School Boards proudly presents the June Nelson Memorial Scholarship, honoring a true champion of Alaskan education. This year, we’re offering up to 15 scholarships of $1,500 each for the 2024-2025 school year!

Scholarships are available for high school seniors in Alaska and our returning 2025 scholarship winners pursuing their post-secondary education goals – college, trade or vocational school.

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Higher Education and Vocational Training scholarships are available for eligible tribal members who are attending, or planning to attend, an accredited college, university or training program. The Tribal Workforce Development program will provide need-based funding to eligible students.

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Calista Education & Culture (CEC) provides scholarships to support Calista Corporation Shareholders and Descendants in their educational journeys. Scholarships are available for both Academic (college/university) and Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs. These awards are made possible through the generosity of Calista Corporation, Donlin Gold, and many additional corporate, community, and individual donors.

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The KEF General Scholarships are designed to provide all eligible applicants scholarships to attend accredited institutions.  The amounts are awarded annually, then divided by term (for example traditional semesters are paid out in half, four quarter sessions paid out in fourths, etc.)  Students must maintain and provide documentation of current eligibility at the end of each term.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form completed by current and prospective college students (undergraduate and graduate) in the United States to determine their eligibility for student financial aid.

The FAFSA is different from CSS Profile (short for "College Scholarship Service Profile"), which is also required by some colleges (primarily private ones). The CSS is a fee-based product of the College Board (a private non-profit organization) and is used by the colleges to distribute their own institutional funds, rather than federal or state funding.

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We have over 60 scholarships available, it’s likely that you’re eligible for at least one, and maybe many more! Our system will assess what opportunities you are eligible for after you answer some basic questions about your education and experience. Get started by creating an account at the link above.

Scholarships at the Alaska Community Foundation are made possible by passionate donors who are committed to helping Alaska’s students pursue their educational dreams.

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The Horatio Alger Association is one of the nation’s largest need-based scholarship programs for high school students who have overcome significant adversity and are committed to earning a bachelor’s degree. High school students with financial need who display integrity, perseverance, and a clear determination to turn challenges into opportunities to pursue their American Dream, should consider applying for the scholarship. More than 600 scholarships are awarded every year, with amounts ranging from $10,000 to $50,000. For Juniors, the application is open from December 1, 2025 to March 1, 2026. For Seniors, the application is open from December 1, 2025 to February 15, 2026.

The Alaska Performance Scholarship (APS) is Alaska's merit-based scholarship program, awarding eligible students up to $28,000 total towards their postsecondary education. To qualify for APS, Alaska high school students must complete a specific rigorous high school curriculum and meet either a minimum GPA or minimum standardized test score.

The ATIA Foundation Scholarship offers one-year awards to students who are enrolled in or plan to enroll in a program of study related to tourism, hospitality, or travel. Eligible applicants include both high school and college students across Alaska.Since 2001, the Foundation has awarded over $335,000 in scholarships to more than 160 individuals from communities throughout Alaska — from Ketchikan to Nome, Kodiak to Tok, and even remote locations such as Unalakleet and Nightmute. In 2025 alone, ATIA awarded $37,000 in scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $4,000 to students representing 14 different communities statewide.