Applications are now waitlist only
You can still apply — you'll be added to the waitlist.
Applications are now waitlist only
You can still apply — you'll be added to the waitlist.
Apply to Compete for a
*(A scholarship to your current school, up to $100,000)
Graduate Debt-Free!
A competition show creating heroes out of college students worth emulating. Apply for a chance to compete on-camera in Grand Rapids, Michigan, October 10 - 18, 2026.
Share your info, financial background, and a headshot. Takes about 5 minutes.
If you're selected for a callback audition, we'll send you an invite email.
We'll ask a few more questions, have you record three short video answers, and sign some paperwork.
Finalists compete on-camera October 10 - 18, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
See what Top of the Class is all about before you apply.
Top of the Class is a competition reality show - like Survivor or Beast Games - but our focus is to create heroes, not celebrate villains. Each contestant will face challenges that will test their endurance, grit, character, and integrity. Only one will rise to the top. To get a feel for the show, watch our pilot episode.
The application is open to any current college students in the lower 48 states who are 18 or older and are U.S. citizens. We are not accepting applicants from Alaska or Hawaii this year.
Unless you are already receiving a full-tuition scholarship, you are welcome to apply.
Yes, if you are selected to compete, we will cover your travel and lodging expenses to Grand Rapids, Michigan, October 10 - 18, 2026 - and you must be available for the entire competition. You will likely have time during the competition to study, and every student who is selected to participate will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Applying is easy. Show us what you've got.
Start Your Application