A Flight Away

From A Leap Ahead Foundation. $2,000. Deadline October 31, 2026.

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Award: $2,000
Deadline: October 31, 2026 12 days left
Provider: A Leap Ahead Foundation
Who can apply: Open to undergraduate college students or graduate and professional students.
Level: College Students, Graduate Students
Where: Open nationwide (no state restriction listed)
Essay: Yes, 1 essay

Last checked October 19, 2026. Details come from the provider; confirm on the official site before you apply.

About this scholarship

A Flight Away Scholarship helps students pursue college opportunities outside their home state by providing $2,000 to offset relocation, housing, and travel costs; funded by parents and alumni who once left home to chase opportunity and now support others in doing the same. Applicants must be U.S. residents, at least 18 years old, and enrolled or pursuing enrollment at a U.S. university in an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Professional degree program. Entries will be evaluated based on the essay response.

Official page on aleapaheadfoundation.org

Essay prompt

Personal essay (see application)

Common questions

How much is the A Flight Away worth?

The award is $2,000.

When is the A Flight Away deadline?

The deadline is October 31, 2026. As of October 19, 2026, that is 12 days away.

Who can apply for the A Flight Away?

Open to undergraduate college students or graduate and professional students. No state restriction is listed.

Does the A Flight Away require an essay?

Yes. The application asks for 1 essay. The first prompt is: "Personal essay (see application)".

How do I apply for the A Flight Away?

You apply through the online form on aleapaheadfoundation.org. Scholarly can also fill out and submit it for you after you review it.

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