New Futures Scholars Program
Direct application
Eligibility
About this scholarship
Underserved young people ages 17 to 29 in the Washington, DC metropolitan region who have a high school diploma or GED, household income at or below 80% of area median income, and are pursuing an associate degree or professional certification in a New Futures Career Pathway (IT, Education, Hospitality & Culinary Arts, Health Sciences, Construction & Trades, Public Service, or Business) may apply for the New Futures Scholars Program.
Up to $7,800 in scholarship funding per recipient may cover tuition, transportation, technology, and other education-related expenses. Support also includes academic advising and career coaching.
Complete the online application with proof of high school completion or GED, income and residency documentation, and a description of your Career Pathway and goals. Finalists participate in an interview.
New Futures helps scholars move through certifications and community college degrees into careers across the DC region.
Essay question
What else to submit
- Proof of high school completion or GED
- Income documentation
- Residency documentation
- Description of Career Pathway and goals
- Proof of high school completion or GED
- Documentation verifying income and residency
- Complete the online application.
- Finalists participate in an interview.