Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship

The Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship is a passion-based scholarship program designed to support students aged 16 to 26 who are pursuing higher education and are committed to making a positive impact in their communities. In 2025, the Taco Bell Foundation plans to award up to $14 million in scholarships, with awards ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 per student .

🎯 Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Live Más Scholarship, applicants must:

  • Age: Be between 16 and 26 years old as of January 8, 2025.

  • Residency: Be a legal resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia, or a dependent child of an active-duty U.S. military member.

  • Enrollment: Be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited post-secondary educational program located in the United States or D.C., including two- and four-year colleges, universities, vocational-technical, and trade schools.

  • Employment (for Taco Bell employees): Be employed in a restaurant position at a Taco Bell location for at least 30 continuous days as of January 8, 2025 .

📝 Application Process

  1. Create a Video: Submit an original video (2 minutes or less) answering the following questions:

    • What is your passion, and how are you currently pursuing it or planning to pursue it?

    • How do you plan to use your passion to make your community, country, and/or the world a better place?

    • What is your education plan, and how will it help you pursue your passion and create a positive impact?

  2. Submit Your Application: Apply online through the official Live Más Scholarship website during the application period.

📅 Important Dates

  • Application Period: November 1, 2024 – January 8, 2025 (5:00 p.m. PST)

  • Recipient Notification: On or about April 28, 2025 

💰 Scholarship Awards

  • Award Amounts: $5,000, $10,000, or $25,000 per student.

  • Use of Funds: Scholarship funds can be used for tuition, required fees, books, and course-specific supplies.

  • Renewal Program: Previous recipients may apply for the Live Más Scholarship Renewal Program by submitting a new video demonstrating how they have furthered the pursuit of their passion since their initial award .

📌 Tips for Applicants

  • Focus on Passion: The scholarship is passion-based, not needs or achievement-based.

  • Be Authentic: Share your personal story in an emotionally inspiring and authentic way.

  • Plan Ahead: Ensure your video is within the 2-minute limit and under 500 MB in size.

  • Start Early: Begin your application process early to avoid missing the deadline.

For more information and to apply, visit the official Live Más Scholarship website: Live Más Scholarship

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