Guides · Competition
Davidson Fellows Scholarship
national · sponsored by Davidson Institute
Who can enter
- Grades: any (under 18 at application)
- Ages: under 18
- Citizenship: US citizens or permanent residents
The pathway
Direct submission of a completed project or work product. No qualifying competition required.
Key dates
- Application Deadline: February (check davidsongifted.org for exact date)
Dates shift each cycle — always confirm on the official site.
What you submit
- Written explanation of the work and its significance
- Project documentation or paper
- Letters of recommendation (mentor, teacher)
- Video presentation of the work
Format & judging
- Paper: required — Varies by field. Must be a substantial, original contribution.
- Max team size: 1
Awards
- Scholarship 50k: $50,000 for top honorees
- Scholarship 25k: $25,000
- Scholarship 10k: $10,000
Worth knowing
Davidson Fellows is notable for accepting humanities and arts projects alongside STEM. Also one of the few competitions open to students under high-school age. Very high prestige.
Official site: https://www.davidsongifted.org/fellows-scholarship/
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