National College Match: How To Apply
The 2021 National College Match will open in late summer. View all dates and deadlines >>
To be considered for a full four-year scholarship to one of our college partners, your first step is to submit a free, online National College Match application. Learn more about how it works.
Application Components
- A free, online National College Match application, including information on your academic and extracurricular accomplishments, financial background*, two essays, and short answer questions
- Two letters of recommendation from teachers in core academic subjects
- A School Report from your high school counselor
- A School Profile (optional, but recommended)
- A high school transcript and additional transcripts (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
- Any available standardized test score reports (if taken). We accept SAT, ACT, Subject Tests, IB, AP, or TOEFL test scores. SAT and/or ACT test scores are highly recommended (unofficial test score reports are accepted).
*Access to previous year tax returns and other financial documents is highly recommended and will help you complete the application accurately.
Application Resources
Use the resources below to complete the National College Match application. Visit AskQB, our online help portal, if you have any questions.
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Live, online webinars designed to give you key information about being a competitive applicant. |
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Short video tutorials on the QuestBridge YouTube channel for key sections of the application. |
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A glossary of terms to help you complete the Income and Assets page fully and accurately. |
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A quick-start guide to the National College Match application. |
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Detailed information about recommendations and writing essays. |
Application Requirements for Finalists
If you are selected as a Finalist, additional materials are due to the colleges.
Learn more about Match Requirements >>
Learn more about QuestBridge Regular Decision Requirements >>
Application FAQs
Who should write my recommendation letters and how many do I need to submit?
What documents do I need to fill out the Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) Income and Assets page?