Supporting high school students and their families.
School Counselor Resources
17th Annual Visionary Scholarship
Resources and program details to help you share the ACF Visionary Scholarship opportunity with your students and their families.
Fall Deadline: October 31, 2026All High School Grades EligibleNo Cost to Apply
2027–2028 Cycle
Deadline & Selection Dates
Class of 2027Class of 2028Class of 2029Class of 2030
Fall Deadline (received by)October 31, 2026
Winners ChosenDecember 15, 2026
Awards DistributedJuly 31, 2027
One application per student per cycle · Non-winners may reapply · Underclassman funds held until enrollment
What Students Receive
Award Details
Award Range$1,000 – $2,500Per recipient, per deadline cycle
Awards Per Deadline5 Awards
Awards Annually10 Awards
Total Awarded to Date$190,000+
Award TypeOne-Time Non-Renewable
Each award is paid directly to the institution and applied to costs related to the student's first year of higher education at an accredited U.S. institution.
Student Eligibility
Who Can Apply
No Cost to ApplyThere is absolutely no cost to apply. No application fees, no hidden charges.
No Financial Need RequiredStudents do not need to demonstrate financial need to be eligible.
All Grades EligibleClasses of 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030 are all eligible to apply.
May ReapplyNon-winners are encouraged to reapply in a future deadline cycle.
For School Counselors
Share With Your Students
Please use the PDF flyer and links below to distribute the ACF Visionary Scholarship opportunity to your high school students and their families.
Visionary Scholarship FlyerPrintable PDF — share with students and post in your counseling office
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