The Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship is being funded by proceeds from the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery, as well as general revenues.

Who can apply? High school seniors, college students who do not already receive this scholarship and adults desiring to return to school may all apply.

When to apply? The application period  is from January 1st to June 1st for the upcoming academic yearyear.

Traditional Students: (High school seniors) will qualify based on their high school performance.  Students graduating from an Arkansas public high school, a private or out-of-state high school, or homeschool must have an ACT composite of at least 19 (or an equivalent score on an equivalent test).

Award: 4 Year institutions:

• $1,000 freshman year
• $4,000 sophomore year
• $4,000 junior year
• $5,000 senior year

Award: 2 Year institution:

• $1,000 freshman year
• $3,000 sophomore year

The information provided is current as of today and is presented for informational purposes only.  The eligibility requirements and rules governing the programs presented here are subject to legislative and regulatory amendments subsequent to information provided.

For complete information about this program, visit scholarship.adhe.edu to review program rules and regulations.  Please e-mail the Financial Aid Division at [email protected] for additional information.