Dell Scholars Program vs Davidson Fellows Scholarship
Comparing two highly competitive interdisciplinary opportunities. Both are scholarships for high school students.
| Dell Scholars Program | Davidson Fellows Scholarship | |
|---|---|---|
| Prestige Tier | Tier 2 — Highly Competitive | Tier 1 — Elite |
| Type | Scholarship | Scholarship |
| Organization | Michael & Susan Dell Foundation | Davidson Institute for Talent Development |
| Acceptance Rate | Approximately 10-15% estimated (500 scholars selected annually from a likely 3,000-5,000+ applicants, though exact applicant numbers not publicly released) | Extremely competitive; estimated 1-3% acceptance rate (specific data not publicly disclosed) |
| Applicants | Not officially published, but highly competitive given 500 winners and national scope; likely 3,000-5,000+ applications annually | Hundreds of applicants annually across all categories (exact number not publicly disclosed) |
| Deadline | Rolling | — |
| Award | $20,000 | $100,000 |
| Cost to Apply | Free | Free |
| US Only | Yes | Yes |
| Grades | High school seniors only | Must be in high school or younger (any grade level acceptable as long as under 18) |
| College Impact | The Dell Scholars Program is highly regarded in college admissions and demonstrates significant commitment to college completion. Colleges and universities view Dell Scholars selection as meaningful v... | Davidson Fellows is viewed with extremely high regard by college admissions officers at top universities. Winning or being named a finalist demonstrates exceptional achievement and intellectual capabi... |