Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship Program

The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's top four-year colleges and universities. After serving as CEO of Stanford Student Enterprises for several years, Neveen cofounded The Young Vets, a social impact startup that works with underserved student-athletes, in 2013. Neveen Mahmoud Cooke Scholar Read More Neveen Mahmoud Neveen Mahmoud, a member of one of the first cohorts of Cooke Scholars, has always been looking for ways to reinvest her education in others. Read More 95% held leadership role in a club or activity 3.99 average Unweighted High School GPA 97% Civic or Community Service Participation during High School Program Experience Each award is intended to cover a significant share of the student’s educational experience – including tuition, living expenses, books and required fees. Awards vary by individual, based on the cost of tuition as well as other grants or scholarships they may receive. This highly competitive scholarship includes: The opportunity to graduate with as little debt as possible. The award, which is last dollar funding after all institutional aid, can provide as much as $55,000 per year to pursue a bachelor’s degree at any accredited undergraduate institution. Ability to pursue any area of study. Personal advising about selecting a college and navigating financial aid. Multifaceted advising about how to transition to college and maximize the student experience. Resources Learn More FAQs Learn More How To Apply Learn More Contact Us The Cooke College Scholarship Program application will open on August 19, 2026. If you have questions about your application or the program, please do not call the Foundation. Please direct them to scholarships@jkcf.org . About Us Dedicated to advancing the education of exceptionally promising students who have financial need. Learn More Newsletter Signup Get our Foundation updates. Sign Up Cooke Scholar Community Resources for current Scholars and Alumni to thrive together. Stay Connected Privacy Policy Terms of Use Press Releases Disclaimer © 2026 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. All rights reserved. The Cooke College Scholarship Program is available to high school seniors who demonstrate financial need. Applicants are reviewed on academic success, leadership, service, and persistence. Students who plan to seek a bachelor's degree are welcome to apply.