7 Celebrity Sponsored College Scholarships

Posted by College Spot in College Finance

This the season to be sharing, so we’ve compiled a list of scholarships offered by some of Hollywood’s biggest names. Some of these college scholarships are pretty hefty offering full-ride scholarship opportunities. Enjoy and good luck!

Earl D. Woods Scholarship by Tiger Woods

Eligibility: Students with a 3.0 GPA

Requirements: Good academic standings, community service experience, financial need.
College Scholarship Amount: Up to $5,000 per year; renewable

For more information, visit www.tigerwoodsfoundation.org

Michael Jackson Scholarship

Eligibility: Undergrad attending a UNCF member college studying communications, performing arts or English.

Requirements: 3.0 GPA, receive financial aid, completed FAFSA.
College Scholarship Amount: Averages $4,000 annually.

For more information, visit www.uncf.org

I Am Scholarship by Will.I.Am

Eligibility: Based on previous recipients, outstanding academic record and financial need.

Requirements: Not able to identify details.
College Scholarship Amount: Based on previous recipients, full-ride to school of choice including tuition, books and room and board for years.

For more information, visit iamscholarship.dipdive.com

Seinfeld Family Foundation Scholarship by Jerry Seinfield

Eligibility: New York City public school seniors.

Requirements: Prove academic achievement, financial need, creativity, and leadership and community service.
College Scholarship Amount: Covers all unmet financial need for four years, including tuition, room and board, books and personal expenses.

For more information, visit www.seinfeldscholars.com

Dizzy Feet Foundation Scholarship by Katie Holmes, Carrie Ann Inaba, Adam Shankman, Nigel Lythgoe

Eligibility: Talented dancers with financial need.

Requirements: “Will be posted on the DFF website in the near future” – DFF website.
College Scholarship Amount: Up to $10,000 annually

For more information, visit www.dizzyfeetfoundation.org

Kid Rock Music Scholarship

Eligibility: Motor City residents

Requirements: Must be enrolled in a Wayne State University music technology or music business degree program.
College Scholarship Amount: N/A.

For more information, visit www.wayne.edu

David Letterman Scholarship

Eligibility: Junior or senior at Ball State University studying telecommunications.

Requirements: Submit a written, audio or video project. Creativity scored, not GPA.
College Scholarship Amount: First prize is $10,000.

For more information, visit cms.bsu.edu.

It’s said that it’s better to give than to receive so If you see some we are missing please leave a comment and share with others. 🙂