Scholarships for Former Foster Youth

These 2 hand-curated scholarships are open to Former Foster Youth. We highlight the award amount, deadline, and eligibility for each, ranking fully funded opportunities first so you never miss a deadline that matters to you.

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Partial United States Undergraduate

Pennsylvania Chafee Education and Training Grant

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency and Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Amount
Up to $5,000 per academic year, limited by financial need and cost of attendance
Deadline
Apply annually by completing the FAFSA and current Chafee ETG form; confirm processing dates with PHEAA

A Pennsylvania resident under 26 who experienced foster care at age 16 or older and enrolls at least half time in an eligible undergraduate…

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Partial United States Any level

Texas DFPS Education and Training Voucher Program

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, administered by BCFS

Amount
Up to $5,000 per year toward eligible postsecondary cost-of-attendance expenses
Deadline
Oct 1, 2026 (past deadline)

An eligible current or former Texas foster youth, qualifying adopted/PCA youth, or other covered Chafee population pursuing an approved pos…

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