Dell Scholars Program
Scholarship Sponsored by Dell
Introduction
The Dell Scholars program is designed to help students complete their bachelor’s degrees and begin their careers. Each year the program selects 500 students from across the United States and provides financial support, academic advising, career coaching, and ongoing guidance from a team of dedicated professionals.
Eligibility
To apply, you must meet all of the following:
- Be a high school senior who is taking part in an approved college‑readiness program.
- Intend to enroll full time at an accredited four‑year college or university immediately after high school.
- Be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.4.
Attributes of competitive applicants
Successful applicants typically demonstrate:
- A clear sense of direction — they set concrete goals and take actions to reach them.
- A focus on career outcomes — they view a bachelor’s degree as a foundation for a meaningful career.
- Resilience — they overcome challenges by finding ways to progress and grow.
- Self-starting drive — they proactively seek opportunities and persist in pursuing them.