GET READY TO APPLY: Danforth Scholars Program, Washington University in St. Louis (Class of 2031)
Washington University in St. Louis
Apply on their own site: https://admissions.wustl.edu/Financial_Aid_Scholarships/First_Year_Academic_Scholarships/Pages/Danforth-Scholars-Program.aspx
This checklist: https://qualifyafrica.com/o/washu-danforth-scholars-program-2026
Built only from what the listing states. Lines marked (our advice) are ours.
A long application, by our reading.

1. CHECK YOURSELF AGAINST WHAT THEY ASK
[ ] finishing secondary school and applying as a first-year student for the Class of 2031
[ ] leadership in service and a strong commitment to community, with academic excellence
[ ] a 250 word answer in the WashU Pathway by 4 January 2027, and a virtual interview if you are a finalist
[ ] ask for the $75 application fee waiver by applying for need-based financial aid, or you pay it and it is not refunded

2. WHAT TO GET READY
The listing does not say what it needs. When you open their page, write down everything it asks for before you start.

3. DATES
- Closes 4 January 2027, in 74 days.
- Aim to send it by 1 January 2027. Websites slow down near a deadline, and data runs out. (our advice)

4. WHAT IT COSTS YOU
- Fee: $75 to apply, waived for Any applicant who applies for need-based financial aid, by indicating it on the Common or Coalition Application. Financial aid available.

A job never asks you to pay to apply. A listing that charges shows the fee above, and it is paid only to the organisation. If anyone asks for money any other way, stop, and tell us: hello@qualifyafrica.com