Scholarship Opportunity

Public Education Foundation Scholarships Plus

Offered by The Public Education Foundation

A common-application scholarship program connecting Clark County students with a large portfolio of college and vocational awards supported by community partners.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Student

AI Use Policy

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Application Timeline

Important application dates

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

2027 General Scholarship Cycle

OpensOctober 1, 2026
DeadlineFebruary 2, 2027

Eligibility

  • Complete the PEF General Application to determine matched scholarship eligibility.
  • Meet the individual requirements of each matched scholarship.
  • Most opportunities serve Clark County students; confirm the exact school, residency, identity, field, or background criteria for each award.

Requirements

  • Prepare a transcript, resume, and financial-need letter for the General Application.
  • Complete all additional questions and documents required by matched scholarships.
  • Submit Frias Legacy, Hispanic and Latino Legacy, LGBTQ+, and Black Girl Magic scholarship applications by January 19, 2027.
  • Submit other PEF scholarship applications by February 2, 2027.

How to Apply

  1. 1Create or access the PEF scholarship application account when the cycle opens October 1, 2026.
  2. 2Complete the General Application and upload the core documents.
  3. 3Review all matched opportunities and finish their supplemental requirements.
  4. 4Submit each matched scholarship before its applicable deadline.

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