We believe opportunities to advance through higher learning should be open to everyone.
Through The Sallie Mae Fund, our mission-aligned philanthropic efforts remove barriers to college access, close affordability gaps, and help more students complete their higher education. Since 2021, in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund, we’ve awarded scholarships to more than 1,100 students, collectively totaling $4 million.
The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors helps students with financial need access higher education.
Scholarship applications are currently being accepted through April 25, 2025.
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Valid 3/17/25 at 12 p.m. ET - 4/25/26 at 11:59 p.m. See Official Rules.
Students who are facing financial difficulties may be awarded a one-time scholarship to help complete their degree.
Learn about our Completing the Dream Scholarship Program
The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for Graduate Students helps students access and complete their degree.
Scholarship applications are currently being accepted through April 25, 2025.
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Valid 3/17/25 at 12 p.m. ET – 4/25/25 at 11:59 p.m. ET. See Official Rules.
