Applicant must be a permanent U.S. resident who attends a college in the same state in which their parent or guardian resides. Applicant must hold an elected student office. Selection is based upon outstanding ability and demonstrated qualities of leadership. Selection is made by the Department of Education of each state.
FAQ
Application Deadline
Varies by state
Scholarship, Grant, Fellowship or Contest
Scholarship
Award Coverage
plus an all-expenses-paid week in Washington, DC
Awarded every year?
yes
Unlimited amount awarded?
yes
Renewable?
no
Must be repaid?
no
Required to attend a specific school?
no
Is a separate application required?
yes
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Amount
Max
$5,000
Average
$5,000
Min
$5,000
Available
Max
104
Average
104
Min
104
Contact Information
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
90 New Montgomery Street, Suite 1212
San Francisco, CA
94150-4504
United States
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
90 New Montgomery Street, Suite 1212
San Francisco, CA 94105 United States Phone: (800) 841-7048 Fax: (415) 243-0760 ussyp@hearstfdn.org