it probably is. If a scholarship organization purports to guarantee winnings to applicants - especially if the application asks you to submit sensitive information (like your SSN) or even payment - it's probably a scam.
They do an ID check with either your SSN or ITI card. But NO BACKGROUND CHECK so don’t worry! Once you’re confirmed you can take out the advance amount you need and use your B9 Visa debit card. And with no transfer fees, you can send money to your peeps whenever you need to....