Alaska Performance Scholarship
Alaska Performance Scholarship (APS) provides an opportunity for Alaska high school students to earn a scholarship to help cover the cost of postsecondary education in Alaska.
Alaska Performance Scholarship is open to students in the following curriculum:
- Social Studies & Language Curriculum
- Math & Science Curriculum
Who is eligible for Alaska Performance Scholarship? #
- Be an Alaska resident and U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 2.5 GPA.
- Must attend a university, a four-year college, two-year college or a vocational-tech school.
- Prepare for and take the SAT and/or ACT test.
- Meet satisfactory performance on a college or career-readiness exam.
How much is the Alaska Performance Scholarship? #
The APS is divided into three distinct award levels based on a combination of minimum GPA and test scores.
| GPA | Award |
|---|---|
| 2.5 | $2,378 |
| 3.0 | $3,566 |
| 3.5 | $4,755 |
Alaska’s hardest-working students with GPA 3.5 may earn up to $4,755 a year, up to $3,566 for students with GPA 3.0 and up to $2,378 for students with GPA 2.5.
How do I apply for Alaska Performance Scholarship? #
To apply for APS, you must first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as June 30 each year for award prioritization.