ACE SCHOLARSHIP 2026 FAQ:
- Please remember applications must be complete and submitted for all current awarded scholars to remain on scholarship, and all new applicants must submit a complete application with all required documentation to be considered for an award. We only accept applications submitted via the ACE application and are only able to review complete applications.
- Applicants may begin the application, save, and log back in later to complete their application prior to the 11:59 p.m. deadline on April 15th. Applications cannot be submitted, edited, or started after the April 15th deadline.
- Returning families must use their prior year email address (from their 25-26 application) to be recognized and prioritized as returning students. If their email has recently changed, please have them reach out to ACE support.
- Returning private awarded families do not need to upload documents to verify income, residency, or identity. If they are asked to upload documents, have them contact ACE support before continuing the application.
- By law, returning tax-credit students (PIAK only), must continue to reprove income eligibility. Therefore, 2025 income documentation will be required.
- We will again prioritize awards for returning students. We encourage any family who is qualified and interested in a scholarship to apply. We will accommodate as many additional awards as funds allow.
- Changes for 26/27:
- New applicants will be required to upload identity documents for the applicant and each student listed on the application as well as residency documentation.
- Families must upload all documents before submitting their application. Once submitted, additional documents cannot be uploaded unless ACE deems the application is incomplete and requests additional documentation.
- When applicants complete the application, they will have the option to upload their 2025 or 2024 income documents. We encourage all new applicants to upload their 2025 income documents. Our awarding process will first prioritize returning awarded students, then those who uploaded 2025 income documents on a needs basis, followed lastly by those who uploaded 2024 income documents on a needs basis. Uploading 2025 income documents ensures families have the best chance of being awarded. Additionally, for a student to be awarded a tax-credit award, 2025 income information needs to be provided.
- There is an application fee per family to apply to ACE. It is $10 for returning families and $25 for new families.
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