The applicant must be currently enrolled as a High School Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior; and, must be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen. Relatives of the American College Foundation Staff are not eligible to apply. Full details are at http://americancollegefoundation.org/college_planning/visionary_scholarship_terms.aspx.

Financial need is NOT considered; all income levels may apply.

Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 each; with multiple winners to be selected. Each award is a non-renewable, one-time award and is to be used exclusively to offset costs and fees related directly to the student's first year of higher post-secondary education at an accredited institution of the student's choosing within the United States. In the event an underclassman is an award recipient, the monies will be held by the American College Foundation until the student completes high school and begins their higher education; at which time the awarded amount will be distributed.

The American College Foundation Scholarship Committee will determine, and has final say, on all award recipients. Selected recipients agree that their application and award information; including essay, picture, name, state, high school grade level, and award amount may be acknowledged on the American College Foundation website and associated materials.

Application Deadline (must be received by): January 5, 2012