Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education

Alaska Performance Scholarship (APS)

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Award
Level 1 up to $7,000 per year, Level 2 up to $5,250, Level 3 up to $3,500; up to $28,000 total, usable for up to 8 full-time disbursements within 8 years of graduation.
Deadline
Submit the FAFSA by the June 30th priority deadline for the year you plan to attend (displayed without a year)
How to apply
FAFSA listing an eligible Alaska institution (or the APS Alternative Application for non-Title IV schools); eligibility reported by the state education department
What you'll need
  • The FAFSA (or CSS Profile)
Who can apply
Alaska resident who graduates from an Alaska high school and completes the APS rigorous curriculum. Level 1: 3.5 GPA or ACT 25 / SAT 1210 / WorkKeys 18. Level 2: 3.0 GPA or ACT 23 / SAT 1130 / WorkKeys 15. Level 3: 2.5 GPA or ACT 21 / SAT 1060 / WorkKeys 12.
Good to know
Only usable at participating Alaska institutions and approved programs. Award cannot exceed remaining cost of attendance after other non-loan aid, and students need at least $500 of unmet cost.
Details
Test optional