February 28, 2027

TIAA First-Generation Scholarship

Direct application

Up to $10,000
15 winners

Eligibility

Demographics
First-generation student
Education level
UndergraduateFour-year institution
Status
United States
Enrollment
Full-time
Grades
GPA 2.8+

About this scholarship

Current college undergraduates (not high school seniors) who are first-generation (neither parent or guardian holds a four-year degree), U.S. citizens, and planning full-time study at an accredited four-year college may apply when the cycle is open. A 2.8 or higher GPA and interest in financial services or asset management careers are required.

TIAA scholarships range from $5,000 to $10,000. Scholarship America selects up to 15 recipients.

Check the Scholarship America hub for the next application opening.

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