The Earnest Scholarship
The Earnest Scholarship Fund
Investing in students
To give back to the community, Earnest launched a scholarship fund that will help 50 students take on less debt. For every student loan we refinance, we put a percentage of our profits towards the scholarship fund.
The Earnest Scholarship Fund awards $5,000 to 50 deserving students. There are no essays to write and no fees, to ensure every student has the opportunity to enter the scholarship.
Important Deadlines
February 18, 2021
Applications open
June 30, 2021
Submission deadline
July 2021
Winners notified via email
September 2021
Schools receive funds
Who can enter
- Applicants must be enrolled, or soon be enrolled, as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university in Fall 2021.
- There are no minimum GPA, residency, or major requirements.
- Applicants can be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (including DACA students)
Let’s get you that $5,000
See Official Rules for complete list of rules and requirements.
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The winners of the Earnest Scholarship Fund
The Earnest Scholarship winners come from small universities, large campuses, small towns, and big cities. They are united in their quest to make a difference and reach their dreams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we welcome applications from both undergraduate and graduate students.
No, there are no major or GPA requirements to apply to the Earnest Scholarship.
If you know of a deserving student you can share the Earnest Scholarship page with someone above.
Unfortunately at this time we are not accepting international student applicants.
Applicants must be attending an accredited Title IV school to apply.