Elks National Foundation Scholarships 2025 | USA
Pursue your studies in the USA with the Elks National Foundation Scholarship Program, now open for applications. This article details the scholarship’s benefits and provides a step-by-step application guide.
Scholarship Overview
The Elks National Foundation’s Most Valuable Student Scholarships 2025 is a partially funded undergraduate scholarship for American students, offering up to $12,500 per year for four years.
Since 1931, the Elks National Foundation has supported students in achieving their academic dreams. Annually, more than $3 million in college scholarships are awarded to at least 800 outstanding, service-minded high school seniors.
The Most Valuable Student scholarship contest is open to any U.S. citizen high school senior. Applicants must progress through local, district, and state levels to reach the national competition. Top national finalists will attend a Leadership Weekend in Chicago, IL, and 500 prestigious, four-year scholarships will be awarded to the highest-rated applicants.
Scholarship Benefits
The Elks National Foundation Scholarship Program provides recipients with:
- Up to 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2025 competition.
- Awards ranging from $1,000 to $12,500 per year for students pursuing a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours) at a U.S. college or university.
- Coverage for significant educational expenses, including tuition, living expenses, books, and required fees.
- Announcement of 500 national winners in late April 2025. (Note: Local Lodges, districts, and state Elks associations may award additional scholarships through this program, which are separate from the 500 Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships.)
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Elks National Foundation Scholarship Program, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Language: English
- Eligible Countries: USA
- Eligibility: Current high school seniors or the equivalent who are U.S. citizens. High school graduates are not eligible. Applicants do not need to be related to an Elks member. Permanent legal resident status does not qualify.
How to Apply
To apply for the Elks National Foundation Scholarship Program, follow these steps:
- Research: Find the Elk Lodge closest to your home address.
- Application: Apply online through the official website.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: November each year
- Winners Announcement: Late April 2025
Additional Information
For more details about the Elks National Foundation Scholarship Program, visit the official website.
