Papa John's realizes the importance of developing our communities' young people. That's why many Papa John’s franchisees are committed to helping students realize their higher education goals.

The Papa John’s Scholars program is designed to reward high school seniors with scholarships to an accredited college or university of their choice. Since the program’s inception in 1996, more than 5 million in college scholarships have been awarded to deserving high school seniors across the country.

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Papa John's Scholars scholarships are awarded based on a variety of criteria: creative ability, community involvement, academic achievement, quality of character, demonstrated leadership, obstacles overcome, life goals and interests, athletic achievement and meaningful objectives achieved.

Local Papa John’s restaurants fund the Papa John’s Scholars program. Please be aware, not all Papa John’s restaurants participate in the Papa John’s Scholars program. Please click on the Scholarship Application Information link for a list of high schools eligible to apply for the scholarships.