Criteria and How to Apply

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 more than 75 graduating seniors who share that spirit and need help affording college.

Criteria for Application

Graduating from high school this academic year (between 12/1/2011 and 8/31/2012)
Enrolling in a public (state-funded) college or university within your state of legal residence (start date no later than 9/30/2012)
Earning a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.75
Pursuing a bachelor's degree
A U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Demonstrate financial need

The Application Process

A student begins the application process by selecting the Apply Now! button. An account must be created with name, address, and email information. The student will be assigned a user ID and password, which will be required to log in, as often as needed, to complete the application.
Once the account is created, the student can launch the online application. At the initial launch, the student must answer six questions in the Check Your Eligibility section.
Eligible students may then proceed to the application, which consists of the sections listed below and must be submitted by February 8, 2012, before 5:00 p.m., central time: