Scholarship Opportunity

Bridging the Gap Scholarship

Offered by Reach Higher Montana

The Bridging the Gap Scholarship provides educational support to students who will age out of or have already aged out of the foster care system. The opportunity is offered through Reach Higher Montana's annual It's Scholarship Time application.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior

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Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026 Scholarship Cycle

OpensJanuary 1, 2026
DeadlineMarch 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Complete the Reach Higher Montana Scholarship application.
  • Be a student who will age out of or has already aged out of the foster care system.

Requirements

  • Complete the Reach Higher Montana It's Scholarship Time application.
  • Complete the annual eligibility questions.
  • Provide information establishing foster-care eligibility when requested.
  • Complete scholarship-specific supplemental questions assigned through the application system.

How to Apply

  1. 1Create or access a Reach Higher Montana scholarship account.
  2. 2Complete the annual eligibility questionnaire.
  3. 3Indicate the applicable foster-care background information.
  4. 4Complete the Bridging the Gap Scholarship application when matched.
  5. 5Submit the completed application by March 1.