Impact on Campus
The concept of a Posse works for both students and college campuses, and is rooted in the belief that a small, diverse group of talented students—a Posse—carefully selected and trained, can serve as a catalyst for increased individual and community development. Identified for their leadership ability and overall motivation to succeed, Posse Scholars head campus organizations, encourage dialogue and programs that foster an inclusive campus environment and achieve academic success. Read More About Scholars’ Campus Impact
The Posse Photo Viewer
Browse photos of Posses by number or university
Becoming a Scholar
Each fall, students are nominated by high schools and community-based organizations for their leadership and academic potential. Posse partner colleges and universities award merit-based leadership scholarships to multicultural teams of 10 students each. These teams (Posses) attend college together. Learn About the Nomination Process
Jose Vazquez
Featured Scholar
Jose Vazquez is a rising sophomore at Hamilton College. Passionate about politics and determined to make a difference on campus, he was elected freshman class president and quickly dove into the role, co-founding the student assembly’s philanthropy committee. Read Jose’s Story.
Letter Excerpts from Scholars + Alumni
Download Scholars + Alumni letter excerpts thanking President Obama for his remarkable gift and recognition of Posse.
Latest News
647 New Scholars Win $90 Million in Scholarships
Spring 2013This winter, a record number of young leaders from across the country were welcomed to The Posse Foundation, including the inaugural Veterans Posse and the first Posses from Houston.
Vassar College Selects Inaugural Veterans Posse
Spring 2013In January, at an awards ceremony in New York City hosted by Moody’s Corporation, The Posse Foundation and Vassar College recognized 11 veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces as members of the first Veterans Posse.
Middlebury Alumna Develops National Entrepreneurship Program in Uganda
Spring 2013Angelica Towne graduated from Middlebury College five years ago determined to use her education to empower youth in developing countries around the world. Today, the international studies major is the co-founder and country director of Educate!, a national youth leadership development organization that works with thousands of students and young entrepreneurs in Uganda.
Kalamazoo Offers Scholars Small Campus, Global Education
Spring 2013Bringing diversity to higher education has been a career-long commitment for Eric Staab, the dean of admission and financial aid at Michigan’s Kalamazoo College.