We believe every student should have the opportunity to discover the history, culture and beauty of North America firsthand. The Explorer Scholarship is one way we help make that possible. Every year we award $50,000 worth of scholarships to select students from around the country.
How to Apply: Complete the application below; write a brief essay (no more than 250 words) answering the below question:
Why do you want to go on this EF Explore America Tour?
Explorer Scholarship application deadline
All students traveling between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2026 are eligible to apply for the 2025 and 2026 Explorer Scholarships. Deadline dates for applications vary depending on your travel date:
| Travel dates |
Deadline |
Winner Announcement |
| Jan.-Feb. 2026 |
Jul. 31, 2025 |
Aug. 15, 2025 |
| Mar.-Apr. 2026 |
Sep. 30, 2025 |
Oct. 15, 2025 |
| May-Jun. 2026 |
Nov. 30, 2025 |
Dec. 15, 2025 |
| Jul.-Aug. 2026 |
Jan. 31, 2026 |
Feb. 15, 2026 |
| Sep.-Oct. 2026 |
Mar. 31, 2026 |
Apr. 15, 2026 |
| Nov.-Dec. 2026 |
May 31, 2026 |
Jun. 15, 2026 |
| Jan.-Feb. 2027 |
Jul. 31, 2026 |
Aug. 15, 2026 |
| Mar.-Apr. 2027 |
Sep. 30, 2026 |
Oct. 15, 2026 |
| May-Jun. 2027 |
Nov. 30, 2026 |
Dec. 15, 2026 |
| Jul.-Aug. 2027 |
Jan. 31, 2027 |
Feb. 15, 2027 |
| Sep.-Oct. 2027 |
Mar. 31, 2027 |
Apr. 15, 2027 |
| Nov.-Dec. 2027 |
May 31, 2027 |
Jun. 15, 2027 |
If you require an accommodation for your application, please email: efeatravelersupport@ef.com.