What is the Dell Scholars program?
“The Dell Scholars program is a scholarship and college completion program that supports and empowers students on their college degree journey. Since its inception in 2004, the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation has assisted 5,000 scholars, with over 2,000 successfully earning their college degrees.
We understand students and their families’ challenges with college costs, so we aim to provide a support system to help students complete their degrees.
Who is eligible to apply for the Dell Scholarship Program?
We require a 2.4 grade point average, but the Dell Scholars program is specifically designed for low-income, highly motivated students who show potential beyond their academic performance and have the determination to succeed despite personal challenges.
Eligibility Requirements
- The minimum GPA requirement is 2.5
- Must currently be in high school
- The type of institution award is open to a four-year college
- Must be American Indian/Alaska Native
- Must be Asian/Pacific Islander
- Must be Black, African American
- Must be Hispanic, Latino/a
Application Requirements
You need to submit the following along with your application:
- Financial information
- Grade transcript
- Recommendation letters
- Short Answers
- School Verification
- Standardized test scores
How do I apply?
In order to apply for a scholarship from the Dell Scholars program, the first step is to complete the online application. You can find the key application dates here. After submitting the application, all applications will be reviewed, and a group of semifinalists will be selected. Once the semifinalist information is submitted, an independent selection committee will review all the information. You can view a sample application here.
Dell Scholarship Timeline
October 1, 2024 – Application opens