Scholarship Odds Calculator

Single Scholarship

Estimate your odds of winning a specific scholarship

Estimated Number of Applicants

Number of Awards Given

Your GPA (0-4.0)

Minimum GPA Required

Multiple Applications

Calculate odds of winning at least one scholarship when applying to several

Number of Scholarships to Apply

Average Odds per Scholarship (%)

Hours per Application

Average Award Amount ($)

Formula

P(at least one win) = 1 - (1 - odds)^applications

Frequently Asked Questions

How many scholarships should I apply to?

Apply to as many as you qualify for. Experts recommend at least 10-20 applications. The more you apply, the higher your cumulative chances of winning at least one.

What improves scholarship odds?

Strong GPA, extracurriculars, compelling essays, letters of recommendation, and targeting scholarships where you closely match the criteria all improve your chances significantly.

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