KFC Colonel's Scholars
The KFC Colonel's Scholars Program® is looking for high school seniors with entrepreneurial drive, strong perseverance, demonstrated financial need, and who want to pursue a college education at an accredited public institution in the state they reside.
The KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program is about you, your dreams and aspirations, and the perseverance to succeed. This program is offered to high school seniors planning to attend a public in-state college or university. Students who meet the criteria may apply online to become a KFC’s Colonel’s Scholar. Students selected for this scholarship are eligible to receive up to $20,000 to complete a bachelor’s degree program.
Colonel Harland Sanders has become a symbol of entrepreneurial spirit. In keeping with the Charity's commitment to young people and family values, the KFC Colonel's Scholars program will honor graduating seniors who share that spirit and need help affording college.
Applicant must be:
- Graduating from high school this academic year
- Maintaining a high school cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Planning to attend a public, in-state college or university
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Demonstrate financial need
Applications are only available online. For additional scholarship information, or to apply, visit the KFC Scholars website.