The $2,000 BrokeScholar Scholarship

Each year one student in the United States will receive the $2,000 BrokeScholar Scholarship to help pay for tuition and school expenses.

Mission

At BrokeScholar.com we are all about helping students. When you shop using our coupons we donate a portion of any commissions earned to scholarship funds. To further our mission, we are now offering our own private scholarship directly to students.

2025 Scholarship Schedule:

  • Open for Applications: January 1st, 2025
  • Application Deadline: August 1st, 2025
  • Application Review Process: August 1st - 14th, 2025
  • Winner Announced: August 15th, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

  • Entering or attending any post-secondary institution in the United States.
  • U.S. resident or International students with valid visas.
  • Complete all application requirements before the deadline.

Application Process

What to include with your application:

  • Your Full Name
  • School Info: Your first choice if you have not made a final decision
  • Minimum 1,500 word Essay
Essay Criteria

Write an essay on the topic of frugal shopping and saving money while attending school.

  • Who has taught you the most about frugal shopping?
  • How will you save money while attending college?
  • What unique experiences will help you be successful in your education?

Send Your Application to [email protected] with the title “The BrokeScholar Scholarship Application” by August 1st, 2025.