Scholarship

Burger King Scholars Program

Thousands of awards including the James W. McLamore WHOPPER scholarship.

Detail	Information
Award	$1,000 to $60,000
Provider	Burger King Foundation
Typical deadline	December
Eligible grade levels	grade 12
Category	merit-based, community service

Who qualifies

Seniors with a 2.5+ GPA, work or community involvement, and financial need.

How to apply

1. Open the official Burger King Foundation application page and confirm this cycle's deadline and award amount — both change yearly.
2. Collect what almost every application asks for: transcript, a counselor or teacher recommendation, and your FAFSA or household income details if the award is need-based.
3. Draft the essay well ahead of the deadline and have one adult read it.
4. Submit several days early. Portals get overloaded on deadline day.

Official application page →

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Burger King Scholars Program worth?

The Burger King Scholars Program awards $1,000 to $60,000. Amounts are set by Burger King Foundation and change from cycle to cycle, so confirm the current figure on the provider's official page before applying.

When is the Burger King Scholars Program deadline?

The typical deadline is December. Deadlines move every year; set your own reminder at least three weeks earlier so you have time for essays and recommendation letters.

Who is eligible for the Burger King Scholars Program?

Seniors with a 2.5+ GPA, work or community involvement, and financial need.

Amounts, deadlines and eligibility are typical values that change every cycle. Always verify on the provider’s official page before applying.

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