San Antonio Area Foundation’s Legacy Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $40,000
Awards Available: 100
Award Deadline: Dec 1, 2024

The San Antonio Area Foundation’s Legacy Scholarship program has rapidly expanded, making dreams of higher education a reality for many Bexar and Webb county high school juniors. Founded by an anonymous donor, this program has become one of the largest college scholarship initiatives in the nation. In 2023, $4 million was awarded to 100 students.

About the Scholarship

The San Antonio Area Foundation’s Legacy Scholarship is open to high school junior students living in Bexar and Webb counties and attending a high school located in Bexar County. As one of the nation’s largest scholarships, our vision is to close opportunity gaps for those that need it most. Each student will receive $10,000 per academic year (up to four years).

Eligibility Criteria

  • Be a current high school junior living in Bexar County or Webb County.
  • Attend a high school located in Bexar County or Webb County.
  • Proven leadership qualities and passion for community involvement.
  • Attend a Texas university/college after high school graduation.
  • If awarded, students must plan to attend an orientation and will be invited to participate in college success events.
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