Microsoft executive Rashida Hodge has endowed $1 million to the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands, creating a scholarship to send 1-2 students annually from the US territory to North Carolina State University with all expenses paid.
21-year-old Indian-origin Savitha Shan received two posthumous degrees from the University of Texas two months after being killed in a mass shooting. Her parents established the Savitha Shanmugasundaram Endowed Scholarship Fund to support underprivileged students, aiming to raise $500,000, which the university will match to create a $1 million endowment.
Michael Dell has donated $750 million to the University of Texas at Austin, one of the largest gifts to a public university. The funds will support a new healthcare and research campus, featuring an AI-native hospital, scholarships, and advanced computing infrastructure.
Hot Delight, ridden by Vincent Ho, won the Class Two Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships Handicap, solidifying his Classic Series contender status. Meanwhile, Ricky Yiu achieved his 1,100th Hong Kong win, and trainers Dennis Yip and Mark Newnham also secured doubles.
UniFOA's 2026 Social Scholarship program considers family income per capita for full or 50% tuition grants. Applicants must also complete an online essay. The program aims to support financially disadvantaged students.
Lee Soon-ja, honorary professor at Sookmyung Women's University and founder of the Kim Jae-ik Scholarship Fund at Seoul National University, passed away at 88. She established the fund with 2 billion won in memory of her husband, former presidential economic secretary Kim Jae-ik.
Securing top study abroad scholarships requires more than grades; it demands years of dedicated profile building, deep issue engagement, and a compelling narrative. Experts advise starting 1-2 years prior, focusing on impact and intent, and crafting authentic essays.
Lewis Hamilton's Mission 44 foundation, launched five years ago with a £20m investment, has helped 550,000 young people globally and 50,000 in STEM and motorsport areas. The scholarship programme, partnership with the Royal Academy of Engineering, has seen all 13 students complete their masters with eight now working in Formula One. This year the programme expands to 12 students, widening eligibility to include women and those from lower income backgrounds.
Consumer advocates and education experts are warning college students about the risks of seeking scholarships on social media platforms like TikTok, citing a rise in scams as college costs climb and federal loan options become more restrictive.
