The Coolidge Scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student's tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study. The Coolidge may be used by recipients at any accredited college or university in the United States. Anyone of any background, pursuing any academic discipline of study, may apply to this non-partisan, need-blind, program. Students apply for the Coolidge Scholarship during their junior year of high school. The main criterion that distinguishes Coolidge Scholars therefore is academic excellence. Secondary criteria include: demonstrated interest in public policy; an appreciation for the values Coolidge championed; as well as humility and service. Applicants must submit two letters of reference. Students should select one person who can speak directly to their academic abilities and one person who can speak to their character and/or accomplishments outside of the classroom. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation, Inc. for more information.