Applications for the Elks Most Valuable Student scholarship are open through November 12, 2025. The top 20 national finalists will participate in a Leadership Weekend in Chicago and receive $30,000 scholarships. The remaining 480 runners-up will receive $4,000 scholarships.
The MVS scholarship is available to high school seniors who are United States citizens. Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks. Judging is based on academics, leadership, service, and financial need. Winners will be announced in April 2026.
This year, the Elks National Foundation is investing nearly $4.3 million in college scholarships. Elks scholars—all of whom demonstrate outstanding leadership skills and a commitment to service—are graduating from college at a rate of 93 percent, more than 30 percent higher than the national average.
Since 1931, the Elks National Foundation has awarded life-changing scholarships to thousands of students like Crystal Vo, a 2025 top winner. Vo’s scholarship will help her attend the University of Pennsylvania.
“The Elks’ continued support will help me stay grounded and confident as I navigate the transition to college,” says Vo. “Being far from home but also having this community will make all the difference.”
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