The Elks National Foundation is offering 500 four-year scholarships to outstanding high school seniors through its Most Valuable Student Scholarship program.
Applicants are judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
Eligibility
- Open to current high school seniors who are U.S. citizens.
- Applicants do not need to be related to an Elks member.
- High school graduates are not eligible.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens when they apply; permanent residents are not eligible.
- Scholarships are for students attending an accredited four-year U.S. college or university on a full-time basis.
Awards
Scholarships range from $1,000 to $7,500 per year for four years.
The top 20 national finalists will receive $30,000 scholarships, while 480 runners-up will receive $4,000 scholarships. The top 20 scholars will also be invited to Leadership Weekend in Chicago in April 2027.
Application Deadline: November 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time
For complete eligibility requirements and to apply, visit the Elks National Foundation scholarship website.
Questions: scholarship@elks.org | 773-755-4732