College Prep Scholars Program: How To Apply

To be considered for the awards and opportunities for College Prep Scholars — including a full scholarship to a college summer program — submit a free, online College Prep Scholars Program application.

Application Components 

  • Information on your academics, activities, household, and financial background*
  • Writing section
  • A recommendation from a teacher in a core academic subject
  • Current high school transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
  • Any standardized test score reports to-date (if taken). We accept PSAT, PreACT, SAT, ACT, or AP test scores (unofficial test score reports are accepted)
  • School Profile (optional, but recommended)

*Access to 2023 tax returns, W-2(s), or other financial documents is highly recommended to complete the application accurately.

Application Resources

Use the resources below to complete the College Prep Scholars Program application. Visit AskQB, our online help portal, if you have any questions.

Webinars

Live and on-demand webinars designed to give you key information about being a competitive applicant, as well as other virtual opportunities to get your questions answered by QuestBridge Staff.

QuestTips

Short video tutorials on the QuestBridge YouTube channel for key sections of the application.

Income and Assets Guide

 A glossary of terms to help you complete the Income and Assets page fully and accurately. 

Application Instructions

A quick-start guide to the College Prep Scholars Program application.

Student Resource Center

Detailed information about recommendations and writing tips.

Student Resource Center Workbook

A collection of interactive resources to help students complete various sections of our application.

Application FAQs