Undergraduate Scholarship Application Now Open for Grade 11 Students

Application Period:
December 1, 2024 — March 2025

2024 Horatio Alger Excellence Gala

Celebrating outstanding leaders who overcame adversity to achieve success and are committed to contributing to their communities

Meet the 2024 Class of Horatio Alger Members

Discover the inspiring stories of perseverance and success of the 2024 Horatio Alger Award Recipients

16 YEARS
OF ACHIEVEMENT

The Horatio Alger Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the belief that hard work, honesty and determination can conquer all obstacles.

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OUR IMPACT

The Horatio Alger Association operates in Canada and the United States, empowering promising young individuals to pursue higher education despite financial challenges and adversity. Since 2012, the Association has proudly awarded over $16 million to more than 2,200 deserving students from coast to coast to coast.

In 2023, our scholars achieved an impressive overall grade average of 90.2%, reflecting their dedication and academic excellence.

Beyond monetary aid, our support system is comprehensive. We offer academic guidance, wellness counselling, university preparation, and career mentorship, ensuring our scholars not only to graduate but are also well-prepared for their next life chapter.

1000+Current Scholars supported

$17.5 MAwarded in scholarships since 2012

90.2%Overall grade average of the 2023 Scholar class