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College Board BigFuture Scholarships

Last updated by Wonaride on September 1, 2026

Eligibility

Location

United States

Education level

High school

Essay

None — complete BigFuture steps

About this scholarship

BigFuture scholarships are no-essay drawings for students who complete College Board tasks — building a college list, practicing SAT questions, applying for aid. Individual awards can reach $40,000. You do not write a personal statement; you finish the checklist inside a BigFuture account. This is one of the few national no-essay programs tied to actions you should already be doing for admissions. Eligible U.S. high school students with a College Board account. Watch each drawing’s eligibility date so you are not a junior entering a senior-only round.

What else to submit

• College Board / BigFuture account and required tasks

Common questions

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