Extra Space Storage Scholarship Requirements and Online Application

The Extra Space Storage Inc. “There’s Space for Everyone” Scholarship aims to support college or university students who demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusion, diversity, and community building.

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It is offered by a U.S.-based company and is limited to U.S. residents.

As of the latest available information, no version of this scholarship has been adapted for South African applicants.

Eligibility Requirements for the Extra Space Storage Scholarship

Applicants must be legal residents of the United States.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old at the time of application.
Applicants must be enrolled full‑time in an accredited college or university for the upcoming Fall semester.
There are separate eligibility tracks: five (5) scholarships for full‑time students at U.S. institutions, and three (3) scholarships for employees of Extra Space Storage or their immediate family members.
Because this bursary is U.S.-only, South African students are not eligible under the current rules.

Application Process for the Extra Space Storage Scholarship

Applicants must complete the online application form on the company’s scholarship page.
Applicants must submit a 500‑800 word essay responding to the question: “How have you exhibited a commitment to inclusion and strengthening your community through work, service, or other extra‑curricular activities and how will your education help you continue this commitment during college and beyond?”
Only online submissions are accepted. Mail‑in or other formats are not accepted.
Applicants must ensure all materials are submitted before the closing time.

Closing Date for the Extra Space Storage Scholarship

For the 2026 application cycle, submissions opened on 8:00 a.m. (MT) April 1, 2026 and closed at 11:59 p.m. (MT) May 31, 2026.

At present, the information for the 2026 application period has not been publicly announced.

Because of this, there is no confirmed closing date for 2026 at this time.

FAQs

1. Who is eligible for the Extra Space Storage Scholarship?

Only U.S. legal residents aged 16 or above who will be full‑time college or university students in the fall semester are eligible. Employees of Extra Space Storage and their immediate family members can also apply. South African students are not eligible.

2. How much money does the scholarship award?

The award amount is US$3,000 per recipient.

3. How many scholarships are awarded each year?

Eight scholarships are awarded each year: five for full‑time students at U.S. institutions, and three for company employees or their immediate family.

4. What type of essay is required?

Applicants must write a 500‑800 word essay focusing on how they have contributed to their community through inclusion, service, or activism, and how their education will help them continue this work.

5. When was the last published deadline?

The last known deadline was May 31 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time.

6. Can South African students apply for this scholarship?

No. The scholarship is restricted to U.S. residents only, so South African students are not eligible under the published terms.

7. Is the scholarship based on financial need?

No. The scholarship emphasizes community service and inclusion rather than financial need or traditional merit.

8. How will winners be notified?

Details on the notification process are listed in the official rules on the Extra Space Storage website, but typically winners are announced around June each year.

9. What happens if the 2026 deadline is not yet announced?

If no 2026 deadline is published, you should monitor the official Extra Space Storage scholarship webpage and subscribe for alerts. Until an announcement is made, no application can be submitted.

10. Can the scholarship funds be used for any education expense?

Yes. The scholarship funds are intended for qualified education expenses: tuition, required fees, books, and course-specific supplies.

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