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Ford Opportunity Program

Ford Opportunity Program

Applicable For:

College Students

Max Award Amount:

$2,000

Application Deadline:

01/03/2024
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About This Scholarship

The Ford Opportunity Program (FOP) is a scholarship program offered by the Ford Motor Company Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company. The program was established in 1983 and provides financial assistance to students who face significant barriers to higher education, including those who are first-generation college students, come from low-income households, or have disabilities.

The program provides financial assistance to eligible students to cover their tuition, fees, books, and other educational expenses at select colleges and universities across the United States. In addition to financial assistance, the program also provides academic support, such as mentoring and tutoring, to help students succeed in their academic pursuits. The Ford Motor Company Fund has awarded over $30 million in scholarships to more than 10,000 students through the FOP program since its inception.

Eligibility Criteria For Ford Opportunity Program

The Ford Opportunity Program is a scholarship program designed to provide financial assistance to students who face significant barriers to higher education. The eligibility criteria for the scholarship include the following:

  • Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates, or have earned a GED.
  • Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
  • Applicants must have faced significant barriers to higher education, such as being a first-generation college student, having a history of homelessness, or being a single parent.
  • Applicants must be planning to enroll or already enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States.
  • Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in any field of study.

The scholarship award amount varies depending on the availability of funds and the number of qualified applicants. The funds can be used to cover tuition, fees, books, and other education-related expenses.

The Ford Opportunity Program aims to support and encourage students who face significant barriers to higher education, including first-generation college students, low-income students, and students from underrepresented communities. The program is intended to help students achieve their academic and career goals, despite the obstacles they may face.

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