Carl’s Jr. Announces $100,000 Scholarship Program

For the 25th year, fast-food restaurant Carl’s Jr, is offering the Carl N. & Margaret Karcher Founders' Scholarship for 10 class of 2023 seniors or high school graduates planning to attend college for the first time. JUMP TO APPLY FOR THE CARL’S JR. SCHOLARSHIP There have been more than 1,000 Carl’s Jr. Scholarship winners since 1998. Scholarship winners demonstrate leadership in their communities and extracurricular activities. Ned Lyerly, chief executive officer of CKE Restaurants, said, “It is our honor and responsibility to help unlock the potential of these students and our team members, and there is no better way to do that than through education.” Non-traditional students that haven’t attended college, including first-generation college students, should also consider applying for this scholarship.

Carl’s Jr. Scholarship

This scholarship is available to eligible students residing in a state where Carl’s Jr. restaurants are located. There are more than 1,000 Carl’s Jr. restaurants located in the following 14 states: • Alaska • Arizona • California • Colorado • Hawaii • Idaho • Nevada • New Mexico • Oklahoma • Oregon • Texas • Utah • Washington • Wyoming

Carl’s Jr. Scholarship Eligibility

In order to apply for the scholarship, you must be/have: • A graduating high school senior or a first-time college student. • Attending an accredited college or university as a full-time student. • 26 years old or younger. • A resident of one of the 14 states where Carl’s Jr. Operates.

How to Apply for the Carl N. and Margaret Karcher Founders Scholarship

Eligible students can apply for the Carl’s Junior Scholarship until April 5, 2023, and will need to provide the following in addition to their application: • 30-90 second video that shares what receiving the scholarship would mean to you. • Written response, in 250 words or less, that shares why you’re pursuing higher education. • Contact information for someone who can submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.

Apply for the Carl’s Jr. Carl N. and Margaret Karcher Founders Scholarship

The Carl N. and Margaret Karcher Founders Scholarship is available to entering college freshmen. You must be 26 years of age or younger and reside in one of the 14 states where Carl's Jr. operates to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 4/5/23
Award Amount: $10,000

Other Scholarship Opportunities

If you like how this fast-food business is providing help for tuition, you should check out these scholarships:

McDonald's Black and Positively Golden Scholarship

The McDonald’s Black and Positively Golden Scholarship is available to full - time undergraduate students attending TMCF - member HBCUs and Predominately Black Institutions. You must have a minimum 2.7 GPA and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 3/27/23
Award Amount: $15,000

Live Más Scholarship

The Live Más Scholarship is available to innovators, creators, and dreamers between the ages of 16 and 24. To be considered, you must create and submit a film, animation, or a simple testimonial of up to two minutes in length that tells the story of your life's passion. Deadline: The 2023 deadline has passed. Check back for 2024 scholarship details.
Award Amount: $25,000

McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship

The McDonald's HACER National Scholarship Program is available to high school seniors. You must have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage and have a minimum GPA of 2.8 to be eligible for this award. Selection is based on academic achievement, community involvement, and financial need. Deadline: The 2023 deadline has passed. Check back for 2024 scholarship details.
Award Amount: $100,000

Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship

The Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship Program is open to historically underserved students who reside within Whataburger's 14-state footprint. Deadline: The 2023 deadline has passed. Check back for 2024 scholarship details.
Award Amount: $5,000