Tall Clubs International Foundation Scholarship

Tall Clubs International Foundation gives annual scholarships of at least $1,000 to graduating high school seniors under 21 in the U.S. and Canada who meet its height standard -- 5'10" (178 cm) for women and 6'2" (188 cm) for men in stocking feet -- and intend to start full-time higher education that year. Membership in a local Tall Club is not required; instead, applicants request sponsorship from the TCI member club or member-at-large serving their state or province of residence. The application requires an essay ('What Being Tall Means to Me,' 550-650 words), a photo, an activities list, a transcript, and two letters of recommendation. In 2026 the Foundation distributed $54,000 across 46 recipients, though the total pool varies by year based on club sponsorships and donations. The 2026 cycle has closed; the 2027 cycle opens January 1, 2027.

Eligibility

DemographicsMinimum-height eligibility (5'10" women / 6'2" men) and under age 21; local club membership is not required. Also open to Canadian residents.

Applying

Minimum $1,000 per recipient; $54,000 was split among 46 recipients in 2026, but the total pool varies annually.