[Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org)

April 14, 2026 (Full application deadline; rolling monthly deadlines also available)

$2,000 per award; number of awards varies; single-year support

Supports ambitious graduate students who excel academically and demonstrate holistic achievement, leadership, and community impact.

No purchase or membership required; open to all eligible graduate students.

--- ## Description This scholarship recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who demonstrate exceptional performance both academically and holistically. The award is intended for those who excel in their studies as well as in leadership, community service, and personal development. Applicants are evaluated based on academic achievement (including GPA, honors, and awards) and holistic factors such as leadership roles and community involvement. The scholarship aims to encourage and reward graduate students dedicated to making a positive impact in their field and community. --- ## Due Dates - April 14, 2026: Full application deadline - Rolling monthly application deadlines are also available; students applying earlier have a greater chance of winning. Applications are considered for up to 3 months after submission. You may reapply with an updated application after 3 or more months. --- ## Funding Amount - $2,000 per award - Number of awards per cycle is not fixed and may vary - Award is for a single year; no indication of multi-year renewal --- ## Eligibility - Open to all graduate students; no restrictions based on field, institution, citizenship, or location (except where prohibited by law) - No purchase, membership, or payment required to apply or win - Applicants must be comfortable providing a video and/or written testimonial if selected - Must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations - Not open to residents where such programs are restricted or prohibited by law --- ## Application Process - Submit the application via the [Honor Society Graduate Student Achiever Scholarship page](https://www.honorsociety.org/graduate-achiever-scholarship) - Required materials: - Written summary of current academic program and achievements (academic, professional, personal, honors, awards, etc.) - Up to 500 words describing the relevance of your studies to your life and/or goals - Current GPA and a copy of your transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable for application; official transcript required before disbursement) - Applicants must complete their Honor Society profile and upload a headshot - Applications are reviewed and scored by the scholarship committee using a rubric; in the event of a tie, the winner is selected at random from tied applicants - Recipients are typically notified within 3 weeks of selection; public announcements follow within 6 weeks --- ## Additional Information - No minimum or maximum number of awards is guaranteed per cycle - The selection process is competitive and based on both academic and holistic criteria - Applications are considered for up to 3 months after submission; applicants may reapply after this period - The program reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel scholarships at any time, and all terms are subject to change without notice - Award recipients consent to public announcement of their name, school, and likeness for transparency and promotional purposes --- ## External Links - [Graduate Student Achiever Scholarship Information & Application](https://www.honorsociety.org/graduate-achiever-scholarship) - [Featured Recipient Profiles](https://www.honorsociety.org/scholarship-recipients-all#graduate) - [Honor Society Privacy Policy](https://www.honorsociety.org/privacy-policy) - [Honor Society Terms of Service](https://www.honorsociety.org/terms) - [Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|-------------------------------------------| | Phone | 212-682-2913 (King Family Foundation) | | Website | [Honor Society Scholarship Page](https://www.honorsociety.org/graduate-achiever-scholarship) | ---

Graduate Student Achiever Scholarship

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