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
AWARDS
2.5
$3,500
3.0
$5,250
3.5
$7,000
Alaska’s hardest-working students with GPA 3.5 may earn up to $7,000 a year, up to $5,250 for students with GPA 3.0 and up to $3,500 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.