What is the Jack Kent Cooke Young Scholars Program?
The best way to learn about the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Young Scholars Program is to visit the program’s web site. In brief, though, the Young Scholars Program selects academically high-achieving students with financial need and provides them with the most personalized, generous scholarship experience in the nation. Students apply for the program while in grade 7, enter the program in grade 8 and reap its benefits through high school.
The Foundation works closely with Scholars and their families to construct a tailored educational program that includes, but is not limited to, support for summer programs, distance learning courses and music and art instruction. Through financial assistance and the support of an educational adviser, the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation enables Young Scholars to dream big and enjoy the best education possible while in pursuit of those dreams.
The program seems too good to be true. Is it for real?
In a word, yes. While financial support of up to $40,000 for educational endeavors throughout high school seems incredible, the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation makes it reality for about 60 students each year. To hear how the lucky Scholars feel about the opportunity, watch the Young Scholars Program Video.
I have lots of other questions - who do I ask?
You are always welcome to contact us, but you can also go to the Frequently Asked Questions page if you want some quick answers to common questions.
