DegreesFor

DegreesFor is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial support and career guidance to individuals pursuing tertiary education. Established in 2015, the organization focuses on students from underrepresented and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, aiming to reduce barriers to higher education and facilitate equitable access to degree programs.

The core service of DegreesFor is its scholarship program, which offers need‑based and merit‑based awards to undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree students. Applicants complete an online application that includes academic records, financial information, and a short personal statement. The scholarship committee, comprising academic advisors, industry partners, and former scholars, reviews applications and awards funds based on a combination of academic merit, financial need, and alignment with the organization’s mission to promote diversity in higher education.

In addition to financial awards, DegreesFor hosts a mentorship network that connects current students with alumni in related fields. Mentors provide guidance on coursework, internships, job placement, and professional networking. The organization also conducts quarterly workshops on study skills, budgeting, and career planning.

DegreesFor partners with universities, community colleges, trade schools, and private institutions across the United States to broaden the reach of its programs. It maintains a transparent reporting system, publishing annual impact reports that detail scholarship distribution, student outcomes, and partnership outcomes.

The organization is governed by a board of directors composed of educators, business leaders, and community advocates. Funding is sourced from individual donors, corporate sponsorships, and philanthropic foundations, all of which adhere to the organization’s commitment to nonpartisanship and inclusivity.