Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship Program 2027 – USA
About the Program:
The Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship Program is one of the most prestigious undergraduate scholarships in the United States. It is designed for high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who wish to attend top four-year colleges and universities. In addition to generous financial support, the program offers academic advising, career guidance, leadership development, and access to a strong alumni network.
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Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship Program 2027 – USA (Up to $55,000 Per Year)
Degree Level:
Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree)
Available Majors:
Students can pursue any fully accredited undergraduate major, including:
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Medicine and Health Sciences
Business and Economics
Social Sciences
Humanities and Arts
Education
Law, Policy, and International Relations
Benefits:
Last-dollar scholarship covering remaining costs after other financial aid.
Students may receive up to $55,000 per year to cover:
Tuition fees
Room and board
Books and required academic materials
Living expenses
Other mandatory university fees
One-on-one college and financial aid advising
Academic and career guidance
Leadership and networking programs
Internship, travel, and graduate school funding opportunities
Membership in a community of over 3,200 Cooke Scholars and alumni
Eligibility Criteria:
High school senior completing four years of high school in the U.S., U.S. territory, or U.S. military base
Planning to graduate in Spring and enroll in a four-year accredited college in Fall
Minimum unweighted GPA of 3.75
Completed at least one standardized test: SAT, ACT, AP, or IB
Demonstrated financial need (family income up to $95,000)
Not already enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program
Homeschooled students are eligible
Students with a GED or taking a gap year are not eligible
Application Procedure:
Applications are submitted through Common App:
Create an account at CommonApp.org
Add Jack Kent Cooke Foundation as one of your colleges
Complete the general Common App profile
Submit:
Academic information
Test scores
Extracurricular activities and honors
Short essays
Intended major
Family income for the last 3 years
Invite:
One school counselor
Two academic teachers for recommendations
Submit your application before the deadline
Selection Criteria:
Academic excellence
Financial need
Leadership ability
Community service