Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship

The Taco Bell Foundation Live Más Scholarship supports young people who are pursuing higher education and using their passions to make a positive impact.

New applicants must be ages 16-26 and be legal residents of the United States or District of Columbia, or dependent children of active-duty U.S. military members. Applicants must be preparing to enter or currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary program, including a two-year or four-year college, university, vocational-technical program or trade school.

Unlike many traditional scholarships, the Live Más Scholarship does not require a minimum GPA, standardized test scores, transcripts or recommendation letters. Applicants share their passion, goals and desired impact through either a 30-second to two-minute video or a 250-500 word essay. Financial need is considered as one factor in the selection process.

Recent scholarship awards have been offered in amounts of $5,000, $10,000 and $25,000. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, required fees, books and course-specific supplies. Recipients also gain access to mentoring, career-building resources and the Live Más Scholar community.

The 2026 application cycle is closed. Students should check the Taco Bell Foundation website or sign up for scholarship updates for the next application period.