Knight-Hennessy Scholarship

Important Deadlines

National Deadline: Tuesday October 6, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. PDT

Potential applicants are urged to contact Jason Jeffrey (Jason.Jeffrey@pomona.edu) in the spring or summer prior to applying to discuss their application.

Purpose

The program hopes to cultivate community leaders in a variety of disciplines at Stanford by offering educational support, leadership development, mentorship, and experiential learning.

Programs Funded

The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program funds up to three years of graduate study at Stanford in any field (including MA, PhD, MBA, JD, and MD degrees). Awardees receive full tuition as well as a stipend to cover living costs.

Eligibility

Seniors and alumni within four years of graduating and who meet the eligibility requirements of their target graduate programs are eligible to apply. There is no citizenship requirement.

Selection Criteria

Successful Knight-Hennessy applicants must meet the entrance requirements of the Stanford graduate programs to which they are applying. In addition, they must demonstrate leadership, independent thought, and a civic mindset.

Application/Nomination Process

Pomona does not conduct an unofficial endorsement process. We suggest that applicants choose the option to request a second letter of recommendation from someone who knows them well.