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

February 21, 2026

$5,000 one-time scholarship award; number of recipients may vary per cycle

Supports students with exceptional academic records (GPA 3.8+ unweighted) and holistic achievement who have attained Highest Honors status.

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

--- ## Description The Highest Honors Student Scholarship is designed to recognize and reward ambitious students who have demonstrated superior academic achievement and holistic excellence. The scholarship is open to students who have attained "Highest Honors" status, defined as having an unweighted GPA of 3.8 or higher in their most recent semester. Applicants are encouraged to showcase their academic programs, achievements, and the relevance of their studies to their life goals. The scholarship aims to support students who exemplify leadership, community commitment, and a well-rounded record of accomplishment. --- ## Due Dates - February 21, 2026: Application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 one-time scholarship award - Number of recipients may vary per cycle; not guaranteed for all eligible applicants --- ## Eligibility - Open to all students who have achieved "Highest Honors" status (unweighted GPA of 3.8+ in the last semester) - No purchase or Honor Society® membership required to apply or win - Open to all academic fields and programs - 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 of jurisdictions where such scholarships are prohibited by law --- ## Application Process - Complete the online application at the [Honor Society Highest Honors Student Scholarship page](https://www.honorsociety.org/highest-honors-student-scholarship) - Submit the following materials: - Written summary of your current academic program and achievements (including 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 acceptable for application; official transcript required for disbursement) - Complete Honor Society profile and upload a headshot (if applying through their platform) - Applications are scored using a rubric based on academic achievement and holistic factors (leadership, community service, etc.) - In the event of a tie, the winner will be selected at random from tied applicants - Recipients are typically notified within 3 weeks of selection; public announcement within 6 weeks --- ## Additional Information - Application is open access; no fee or membership required - Applicants may reapply if not selected after 3 months - Scholarship terms, criteria, and deadlines are subject to change without notice - Selection is competitive; meeting eligibility does not guarantee an award - Recipients consent to the public announcement of their names, schools, and general award information --- ## External Links - [Highest Honors Student Scholarship Overview](https://www.honorsociety.org/highest-honors-student-scholarship) - [Scholarship Application Portal](https://www.honorsociety.org/highest-honors-student) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.honorsociety.org/privacy-policy) - [Terms of Service](https://www.honorsociety.org/terms) - [Charles and Lucile King Family Foundation](http://www.kingfoundation.org) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|----------------------------------| | Foundation Phone | 212-682-2913 | | Honor Society Portal| [Contact Page](https://www.honorsociety.org/contact) | ---

Highest Honors Student Scholarship

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