Goal Getter Scholarship
$10,000
in college scholarships every year.
Goal Getter - noun [ɡōl ɡedər]
Someone who strives to achieve their ultimate goal. Someone who takes action. Someone who bleeds and sweats to conquer their goals and change the world. Every. Single. Day.
Are you fired up? Then you, my friend, are a goal getter. And you should keep scrolling…
in college scholarships every year.
Goal Getter - noun [ɡōl ɡedər]
Someone who strives to achieve their ultimate goal. Someone who takes action. Someone who bleeds and sweats to conquer their goals and change the world. Every. Single. Day.
Are you fired up? Then you, my friend, are a goal getter. And you should keep scrolling...
Wow us.
Founded in 2021, the Goal Getter Scholarship will award $2,000 each to 5 recipients who show exceptional potential for greatness. We want to help you cross that stage, lessen the load, and get more $$$.
Here's our why:
70% of college dropouts didn't graduate because of financial roadblocks.1
The average student loan debt after graduation is almost $17K.2
People with a bachelor's degree earn 2x the average weekly wage of non-degree workers.3
Am I eligible?
Goal getters come from all places and all backgrounds. You're a good fit if you:
- Plan to enroll in college full-time
Any U.S. college counts, including 2- or 4-year colleges, graduate schools, or technical schools.
- Have a 3.0 GPA
That's for high school students. For current college students, a 2.5 cumulative GPA works.
- Are 18+ years old
Welcome to adulthood, friends. You can vote, drive, skip curfew, and apply to this scholarship. Enjoy.
- ALL majors and areas of study
View the Official Rules for full details.
Let's do this.
Step 1: Apply
Complete the online scholarship application.Step 2: Upload a Video
Submit a video about what makes you a goal getter (30 seconds to 2 minutes in length).‡Step 3: Submit your Transcript
Upload your most recent academic transcipts.Step 4: Get a Reference
Upload a recommendation letter.Key Dates
- Application opens:February 11, 2021
- Application deadline:April 30, 2021
- Winners announced:July 2021
FAQs
Is the scholarship renewable?
Is the scholarship based on financial need?
How do I apply?
What type of video can I submit?
How are recipients selected?
How can the scholarship be used?
You can apply online by answering some general questions about yourself, sharing your school and GPA information, submitting a video, uploading a transcript, recommendation letter and consenting to the official rules. Submitted application materials will be assessed by the Verge Credit scholarship program team. If you have any questions about the application process or need to update your information, please email us directly at Scholarship@VergeCredit.com.
Want More?
This is not the only scholarship out there! As a goal getter, we know nothing will stand in your way. Here are some other resources for your path to greatness:
Questions?
Email us directly at Scholarship@VergeCredit.com
or view the Official Rules