To request an application, complete an Application Information Request Form. Only school officials (teachers, counselors, principals) can request an application. All requests received at this time will be added to our 2026 distribution list.
Please note that if your school has previously received application materials you do not need to request an application – you are already on our distribution list.
*If the contact information for your school has changed (i.e. new principal, different contact person, etc.) please email lrichards@carsonscholars.org.
The 2026 scholarship season will begin in the fall when application materials and instructions for nominating a student are distributed to schools.
October 15, 2025: nominations open
October 15, 2025: recognized scholar applications open
December 17, 2025 (11:59 P.M. ET): nomination deadline
Schools may assign an earlier deadline for their students; however, all schools must submit their nominations to our organization by December 17, 2025 (11:59 P.M. ET). Check with your school for specific details.
SUNDAY, January 11, 2026 (11:59 P.M. ET): application (including report card) deadline
SUNDAY, January 11, 2026 (11:59 P.M. ET): deadline to receive teacher recommendation letters
March 2026: notification letters mailed to applicants
We look forward to working with you in the 2026 scholarship season. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST). Please note that support will not be available outside of office hours.
