Courses Announcement: Hagan Scholarship 2026, USA (Partial Funding)
About the Program
The Hagan Scholarship Foundation offers one of the most generous need-based merit scholarships in the United States. The Hagan Scholarship 2026 is designed to support high-achieving students from rural areas, enabling them to pursue undergraduate studies debt-free. With awards of up to $60,000 over four years, the scholarship covers tuition, essential college expenses, and provides additional support through leadership workshops, study abroad opportunities, and graduate scholarships.
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Degree Level
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Undergraduate (Bachelor’s)
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Four-year programs only
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Renewable for up to eight consecutive semesters
Eligible Subjects
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All majors and fields of study are accepted, including:
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Business & Management
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Engineering & Technology
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Social Sciences
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Arts & Humanities
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Education
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Health Sciences
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STEM fields
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Computer Science & Data Science
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Must enroll in an eligible four-year accredited U.S. college or university
Scholarship Benefits
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Up to $60,000 Total Funding: Up to $7,500 per semester for eight semesters covering tuition, books, and other education-related expenses
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$2,000 Personal Allowance: For essential items needed to start college
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Study Abroad Funding: Additional financial support for study abroad programs
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Workshops & Scholar Support: Leadership workshops and personal/academic development resources
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Hagan Graduate Scholarship: Up to $7,500 per semester for graduate school (maximum four semesters)
Eligible Nationalities
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U.S. citizens only
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Must reside in an eligible state
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Must be graduates of a rural public high school
Eligibility Criteria
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Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
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Minimum 24 ACT or 1150 SAT score
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Graduating high school senior from a rural county (<50,000 residents)
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Must have attended an eligible high school during junior and senior years
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Demonstrate significant financial need (FAFSA Student Aid Index)
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Plan to attend an eligible four-year accredited U.S. college or university as a full-time student
Application Procedure
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Gather Required Documents:
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Proof of U.S. citizenship
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Proof of residence in eligible state
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High school transcripts
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ACT/SAT scores
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FAFSA results
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Proof of rural high school enrollment
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Visit Official Website: Access the online application portal
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Complete Application Form: Provide personal info, upload documents, answer supplemental questions
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Submit Before Deadline: December 1
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Await Notification: Finalists are contacted for verification
Final Note: The Hagan Scholarship 2026 provides extensive financial and academic support to high-achieving rural students, enabling them to pursue undergraduate and graduate studies with reduced financial burden.