Dell Scholars Program vs QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program
Comparing two highly competitive interdisciplinary opportunities. Both are scholarships for high school students.
| Dell Scholars Program | QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Prestige Tier | Tier 2 — Highly Competitive | Tier 2 — Highly Competitive |
| Type | Scholarship | Scholarship |
| Organization | Michael & Susan Dell Foundation | QuestBridge |
| 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) | Approximately 15-20% (estimate based on 3,852 selected from typical 20,000+ applicants annually, though exact total applications not officially published) |
| Applicants | Not officially published, but highly competitive given 500 winners and national scope; likely 3,000-5,000+ applications annually | Estimated 20,000-25,000 high school juniors apply annually (exact figure not publicly disclosed) |
| Deadline | Rolling | Rolling |
| Award | $20,000 | — |
| Cost to Apply | Free | Free |
| US Only | Yes | Yes |
| Grades | High school seniors only | High school juniors only |
| 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... | QuestBridge College Prep Scholars designation carries significant prestige in college admissions. Being selected demonstrates that you've been vetted by a highly credible national organization as amon... |