Celebrities: you know them well enough that it feels as if they’re actually your friends.
What better way to payback super-fans than by paying for their education?
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Check out the following celebrity scholarships and let the celebs care about your career path, for a change!
To help better organize your scholarship search, please note that the following celebrity scholarship opportunities are listed according to deadline, with the earliest deadline appearing at the top of the page. Rolling and past deadlines will appear at the bottom of the list.
Available to: High School Seniors through College Freshmen
Award Amount: Varies The Oprah Winfrey Campaign for a New Century Scholarship is open to freshmen at Morehouse College. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.4, a minimum 1200 SAT/26 ACT, a minimum of 100 hours of community service experience and demonstrate financial need in order to be considered for this award. Learn more about the Oprah Winfrey Campaign for a New Century Scholarship.
Available to: College Sophomores through College Seniors
Award Amount: Varies The Oprah Winfrey Diamond in the Rough Scholarship is open to male sophomores, juniors and seniors at Morehouse College. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, demonstrate significant community service experience and good conduct during your matriculation at Morehouse College in order to be considered for this award. Learn more about the Oprah Winfrey Diamond in the Rough Scholarship.
Available to: College Freshmen through Graduate Students, Year 5
Award Amount: 4 Awards of $25,000 Sponsored by Beyoncé, the Homecoming Scholars Award is available to students at Xavier University, Wilberforce University, Tuskegee University and Bethune-Cookman University. You must be pursuing studies in literature, creative arts, African- American studies, science, education, business, communications, social sciences, computer science or engineering to be eligible for this award. Learn more about the Beyoncé’s Homecoming Scholars Award.
Available to: College Sophomore to College Senior
Award: Varies
The Aerosmith Scholarship is open to music business/management majors at Berklee College of Music. Apply for the Aerosmith Scholarship.
Available to: College Sophomore to College Senior
Award: Varies
The Jimi Hendrix Scholarship is open to returning guitar students at Berklee College of Music. Apply for the Jimi Hendrix Scholarship.
Available to: College Freshmen
Award: Varies
The Tony Bennett College Scholarship is available to high school seniors graduating from one of the partner schools of Exploring the Arts. You must plan to enroll at a four-year college or conservatory and be majoring in an art or performing art field to qualify for this award. Apply for the Tony Bennett College Scholarship.
Available to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The Alec Baldwin Drama Scholarship is available to students at New York University, Tisch School of the Arts. You must demonstrate talent, an unwavering work ethic, leadership skills, a willingness to collaborate, an ability to tolerate risk and work with constructive criticism to qualify for this award. Preference is given to students who are high performers with high financial need. Apply for the Alec Baldwin Drama Scholarship.
Available to: Minimum age 15 years
Award: $10,000
Have you always dreamed of dancing with the stars? Founded by Nigel Lythgoe, Adam Shankman, Carrie Ann Inaba and Katie Holmes, the Dizzy Feet Foundation was created to celebrate the love of dance. The Dizzy Feet Foundation Scholarship is open to students who are at least 15 years of age who are studying at an accredited dance school, studio, university or other institution. You must be a U.S. citizen and demonstrate talent, technical skill and dance expression to be considered for this award. You must be nominated by your school in order to qualify for this award. Apply for the Dizzy Feet Foundation Scholarship.
Available to: College Sophomore to College Senior
Award: Varies
The Quincy Jones Scholarship is open to student composers/arrangers at Berklee College of Music. Apply for the Quincy Jones Scholarship.
Available to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The Spencer Tracy Scholarship is available to students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Apply for the Kirk Douglas Scholarship.
Available to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
Sponsored by the American Academy of the Dramatic Arts, the Princess Grace Scholarship is available to students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Apply for the Princess Grace Scholarship.
Available to: Graduate Students, Year 1
Award: 100% Tuition
The David Geffen Medical Scholarship is available to entering students at the David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA. Consideration for this award is based on merit. Obtain more information on the David Geffen Medical Scholarship.
Available to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The Spencer Tracy Scholarship is available to students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Apply for the Spencer Tracy Scholarship.
Available to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The Leonard Bernstein Scholarship is open to students at Indiana University, Jacobs School of Music. Apply for the Leonard Bernstein Scholarship.
Available to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The William Randolph Hearst Scholarship is available to students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. You must be an underprivileged or minority student to qualify for this award. Apply for the William Randolph Hearst Scholarship.
Available to: High School Juniors through High School Seniors
Award: Varies
Provided by the Tiger Woods (TGR) Foundation, the Earl Woods Scholarship Program offers tuition and other financial assistance to high school junior and seniors from select geographic regions or by invitation. Candidates must demonstrate academic achievement (with a minimum GPA of 3.0); a commitment to community service; and financial need to qualify for the EWSP. There is a competitive application process and the student must be planning to attend an accredited four-year university in the United States immediately after high school graduation. You must also be a resident of an invited geographic area in order to apply; historically, Orange County, California, and Washington, D.C., have received invitations. For more information on the Earl Woods Scholarship, check out the TGR Foundation Foundation.
Have you seen a celebrity scholarship that's not included? If so, we'd love to hear about it!
Oprah Winfrey Campaign for a New Century Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAward Amount: Varies The Oprah Winfrey Campaign for a New Century Scholarship is open to freshmen at Morehouse College. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.4, a minimum 1200 SAT/26 ACT, a minimum of 100 hours of community service experience and demonstrate financial need in order to be considered for this award. Learn more about the Oprah Winfrey Campaign for a New Century Scholarship.
Oprah Winfrey Diamond in the Rough Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Sophomores through College Seniors
Award Amount: Varies The Oprah Winfrey Diamond in the Rough Scholarship is open to male sophomores, juniors and seniors at Morehouse College. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, demonstrate significant community service experience and good conduct during your matriculation at Morehouse College in order to be considered for this award. Learn more about the Oprah Winfrey Diamond in the Rough Scholarship.
Beyoncé’s Homecoming Scholars Award
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Freshmen through Graduate Students, Year 5
Award Amount: 4 Awards of $25,000 Sponsored by Beyoncé, the Homecoming Scholars Award is available to students at Xavier University, Wilberforce University, Tuskegee University and Bethune-Cookman University. You must be pursuing studies in literature, creative arts, African- American studies, science, education, business, communications, social sciences, computer science or engineering to be eligible for this award. Learn more about the Beyoncé’s Homecoming Scholars Award.
Aerosmith Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Sophomore to College Senior
Award: Varies
The Aerosmith Scholarship is open to music business/management majors at Berklee College of Music. Apply for the Aerosmith Scholarship.
Jimi Hendrix Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Sophomore to College Senior
Award: Varies
The Jimi Hendrix Scholarship is open to returning guitar students at Berklee College of Music. Apply for the Jimi Hendrix Scholarship.
Tony Bennett College Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Freshmen
Award: Varies
The Tony Bennett College Scholarship is available to high school seniors graduating from one of the partner schools of Exploring the Arts. You must plan to enroll at a four-year college or conservatory and be majoring in an art or performing art field to qualify for this award. Apply for the Tony Bennett College Scholarship.
Alec Baldwin Drama Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The Alec Baldwin Drama Scholarship is available to students at New York University, Tisch School of the Arts. You must demonstrate talent, an unwavering work ethic, leadership skills, a willingness to collaborate, an ability to tolerate risk and work with constructive criticism to qualify for this award. Preference is given to students who are high performers with high financial need. Apply for the Alec Baldwin Drama Scholarship.
Dizzy Feet Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: Minimum age 15 years
Award: $10,000
Have you always dreamed of dancing with the stars? Founded by Nigel Lythgoe, Adam Shankman, Carrie Ann Inaba and Katie Holmes, the Dizzy Feet Foundation was created to celebrate the love of dance. The Dizzy Feet Foundation Scholarship is open to students who are at least 15 years of age who are studying at an accredited dance school, studio, university or other institution. You must be a U.S. citizen and demonstrate talent, technical skill and dance expression to be considered for this award. You must be nominated by your school in order to qualify for this award. Apply for the Dizzy Feet Foundation Scholarship.
Quincy Jones Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Sophomore to College Senior
Award: Varies
The Quincy Jones Scholarship is open to student composers/arrangers at Berklee College of Music. Apply for the Quincy Jones Scholarship.
Kirk Douglas Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The Spencer Tracy Scholarship is available to students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Apply for the Kirk Douglas Scholarship.
Princess Grace Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
Sponsored by the American Academy of the Dramatic Arts, the Princess Grace Scholarship is available to students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Apply for the Princess Grace Scholarship.
David Geffen Medical Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: Graduate Students, Year 1
Award: 100% Tuition
The David Geffen Medical Scholarship is available to entering students at the David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA. Consideration for this award is based on merit. Obtain more information on the David Geffen Medical Scholarship.
Spencer Tracy Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The Spencer Tracy Scholarship is available to students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Apply for the Spencer Tracy Scholarship.
Leonard Bernstein Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The Leonard Bernstein Scholarship is open to students at Indiana University, Jacobs School of Music. Apply for the Leonard Bernstein Scholarship.
William Randolph Hearst Scholarship
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: College Freshmen to College Seniors
Award: Varies
The William Randolph Hearst Scholarship is available to students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. You must be an underprivileged or minority student to qualify for this award. Apply for the William Randolph Hearst Scholarship.
Celebrity Scholarships from Across the Web
See a scholarship with a past deadline? Most celebrity scholarships are renewed annually so you’ll be able to apply once the new application period opens. When the new application information becomes available, it will be listed on the scholarship provider's web site. We promise that the Fastweb team is working to keep you informed on celebrity (and all other) scholarships as they become available!GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
Each year, the Program selects numerous recipients to receive a $10,000 scholarship renewable for up to an additional three years – up to $40,000 total per recipient. Awards are for undergraduate and graduate study, and may be used for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, and board. In addition, Scholars are invited to participate in a special awards program. Learn more about the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program.Earl Woods Scholarship Program
Deadline: VariesAvailable to: High School Juniors through High School Seniors
Award: Varies
Provided by the Tiger Woods (TGR) Foundation, the Earl Woods Scholarship Program offers tuition and other financial assistance to high school junior and seniors from select geographic regions or by invitation. Candidates must demonstrate academic achievement (with a minimum GPA of 3.0); a commitment to community service; and financial need to qualify for the EWSP. There is a competitive application process and the student must be planning to attend an accredited four-year university in the United States immediately after high school graduation. You must also be a resident of an invited geographic area in order to apply; historically, Orange County, California, and Washington, D.C., have received invitations. For more information on the Earl Woods Scholarship, check out the TGR Foundation Foundation.
Kid Rock's Made in Detroit Scholarship
Preferences students who are full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate students majoring in music. All currently enrolled full-time or part-time undergraduate and graduate students at Wayne State University are eligible. However, students majoring in music, music technology, music business or a related field will be given preference. Although a minimum GPA is not required, recipients must demonstrate financial need and be residents of the state of Michigan. More information on the Kid Rock's Made in Detroit Scholarship.John Lennon Scholarships
The John Lennon Scholarship competition is open only to U.S. college students between the ages of 17 and 24. Three scholarships with prizes totaling $20,000 will be awarded to the best original songs submitted to the competition. Established in 1997 by Yoko Ono, this scholarship program honors the memory of one of the preeminent songwriters of the 20th century, John Lennon. Lennon’s enormous creative legacy includes such songs as, “I Want To Hold Your Hand,” “Strawberry Fields,” “Imagine,” “I Am the Walrus,” “All You Need Is Love,” and “Come Together” and continues to inspire and uplift new generations of music lovers around the world. More than $340,000 in scholarships have been awarded over the past fifteen years. For more information on John Lennon Scholarships, BMI Foundation.Janet Jackson Rhythm Nation Scholarship
The Janet Jackson Rhythm Nation Scholarship is a monetary award given to students who either demonstrate high academic achievement or are actively involved in their school or community. After successfully completing the application process and securing the award, students become full representatives of the Janet Jackson/Rhythm Nation Scholarship - UNCF. More information on the Janet Jackson Rhythm Nation Scholarship.Michael Jackson Scholarship
The Michael Jackson Scholarship is available to undergraduates attending a UNCF member college studying communications, performing arts or English. For more information on the Michael Jackson Scholarship, visit UNCF.Derek Jeter’s Turn 2 Endowed Scholarship Programs
Offering a variety of scholarships to students who demonstrate academic success and community outreach in addition to positive behavior and healthy lifestyles, Turn 2 Endowed Scholarship Programs provide students with financial assistance to attend college. Learn more about the Turn 2 Endowed Scholarship Programs.Woodie Guthrie Fellowship Program
According to the BMI Foundation web site, “The Woody Guthrie Fellowship Program seeks to encourage unique exploration into the many facets of Woody Guthrie’s life, legacy, and contribution to American and world culture.” In addition, the “Woody Guthrie Fellowship will be awarded to one applicant working on a research topic or theme directly related to Guthrie’s life, work, or contribution to American music and world culture.” The BMI Foundation, Inc., in cooperation with the Woody Guthrie Center, awards up to $5,000 to support scholarly research at the archives at the Woody Guthrie Center, which is located in Tulsa, OK. Learn more about the Woodie Guthrie Fellowship Program.Letterman Telecommunications Scholarship
The Letterman Telecommunications Scholarship is available to full-time students at Ball State University, College of Telecommunications. You must have completed between 30-102 semester hours, be majoring or minoring in telecommunications, and have a reasonable expectation to become a professional in the industry to qualify for this award. Learn more about the Letterman Telecommunications Scholarship.Cedric “The Entertainer” Scholarship
The Cedric "The Entertainer" Foundation Scholarship was created to financially support a high school seniors attending a public or private school in St. Louis, MO metro area, in addition to specified criteria on the UNCF website. Students must be graduating seniors attending a high school in the St. Louis metropolitan area, must be attending one of UNCF's member institutions or Southeast Missouri State University and must possess leadership qualities, demonstrated by the proof of honors received and community service as shown on the list of school and community involvement/activities. Learn more about the Cedric “The Entertainer” Scholarship.Davin Joseph Dream Team Scholarship
The Davin Joseph's Dream Team Scholarship has been established for graduating seniors at Blake, Middleton, or Hallandale High school in Florida. Students must be an active participants in their high school's athletic or performing arts program to be selected. Learn more about the Davin Joseph Dream Team Scholarship.Eli Manning’s Ole Miss Opportunity Program
To be eligible for Ole Miss Opportunity Program, you must be a Mississippi resident, U.S. citizen, an entering freshman at the start of the fall semester, seeking a degree and enrolled full time at Ole Miss. In addition, you must meet additional select criteria as listed. Learn more about the Ole Miss Opportunity Program.Mister Rogers Memorial Scholarship
The Mister Rogers Memorial Scholarship is open ONLY to graduate students (Masters or Ph.D.) of accredited colleges or universities. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment — through coursework or experience — to any combination of at least two of the following fields: early childhood education, child development/child psychology, film/television production, music, animation or production of cross-platform entertainment. Applicants must have the ultimate goal of working in children's media. Applications are evaluated by a committee formed yearly by the two governors representing the Television Academy's Children's Programming Peer Group. Learn more about the Mister Rogers Memorial Scholarship.George Foreman Tribute to Lyndon B. Johnson Scholarship
The George Foreman Tribute to Lyndon Baines Johnson scholarship is a $6,000 award given to a journalism student from the University of Texas at Austin. Must be officially enrolled in college and have at least one full academic year remaining. The scholarship applicant must meet the following criteria in order to be eligible for the award: must be a fully enrolled college sophomore or higher to receive scholarship; must apply for only one scholarship; may be enrolled in any major so long as your intent is a career in electronic journalism. Learn more about the George Foreman Tribute to Lyndon B. Johnson Scholarship.Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation Scholars Program
Honoring both our nation’s 40th President and his lasting legacy of leadership, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation Scholars Program awards Ventura County, Calif., high school seniors who exemplify outstanding leadership skills and personal character with a total of $50,000 in scholarships annually. Learn more about the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation Scholars Program.Have you seen a celebrity scholarship that's not included? If so, we'd love to hear about it!
