How to Apply for the Cameron Impact Scholarship: A Step-by-Step Guide

The Cameron Impact Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition, impact-driven undergraduate scholarship given yearly to 15 outstanding high school students who excel in leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, and academics.

The Cameron Impact Scholar stands out from their classmates because they want to have a direct impact on their communities and the globe at large. Scholars aim to contribute to good forces for change and intend to customize their education toward that goal.

The Cameron Impact Scholarship pays the full cost of tuition, fees, and books at any eligible college or university in the United States.

The Cameron Impact Scholarship is a merit-based program that accepts all students who meet the GPA and citizenship requirements, regardless of ethnicity, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, or other background characteristics. We are searching for young leaders who have proven a strong desire to make a good difference.

There are numerous ways to have a positive impact in many professional fields. The Cameron Impact Scholar possesses both the talent and the desire to make significant, meaningful contributions in their lifelong commitment to the greater good.

The Foundation will award roughly 25%, or one-quarter, of the scholarships to persons pursuing professions in education, nonprofits, government, and/or the military, with a stated professional aim of public service.

Overview

• Approximately 25% of scholarships are awarded to students seeking careers in education, nonprofits, government, and military service, all with a strong dedication to public service.
• The scholarship is for full-time undergraduate education at eligible four-year colleges or institutions in the United States for the academic year following high school graduation.
• Throughout the four years of the Cameron Impact Scholarship, recipients must attend an annual Cameron Impact Scholars Award Ceremony and Summit.

Eligibility of the Cameron Impact Scholarship

• Maintain a cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.7/4.0 or comparable throughout their high school coursework.
• Be a complete citizen of the United States of America.
• Plan to enroll in a full-time course of study for a degree at an approved four-year U.S. college or university for the full academic year following high school graduation.
• Demonstrate proven proficiency in extracurricular activities, be motivated leaders with a strong work ethic, and actively participate in community service and/or civic-minded venues.

Requirements for the Cameron Impact Scholarship

• Minimum GPA: 3.70
• Must be a resident of the United States and a junior or senior in high school.
• Seeking a bachelor’s degree.
• Full-time student.
• If you plan to attend school in the United States and are a citizen of the country,
• Engagement in community service, extracurricular activities, or leadership
• Demonstrate a good work ethic.

How to Apply

Applications are examined on a rolling basis, with a maximum of 3,000 applications. The Foundation will offer updates on the application limit via their website and social media.

The Selection Committee will conduct face-to-face interviews with 75-100 finalists in the fall, usually at the applicant’s high school.

The Cameron Impact Scholarship recipients will be revealed in December.

Applicants should submit their applications well in advance of the final deadline to avoid technical challenges on the due date.

Applicants are highly recommended to submit their applications well before the final deadline. The Foundation accepts no responsibility for technical submission challenges that arise on the final due date.

Scholarship Reward

The Cameron Impact Scholarship gives the recipient:

• The Cameron Impact Scholarship pays the full cost of tuition, fees, and books at any eligible college or university in the United States.
• The funding is expected to be between $20000 and $50000 per year.