#AuthenticallyYOU Scholarship
Learning to be self-aware and to operate in one’s true character is crucial in reaching one’s full potential and attaining happiness.
For students preparing to transition from high school to college, it can be all too easy to follow the path suggested by others and forgo one’s true desires, often leading to depression or a lack of fulfillment. Achieving true success in life requires embracing one’s honest self and not allowing fear of people's opinion hinder them from their goals.
This scholarship aims to support students who are the first in their families to pursue higher education, ensuring they have all the resources they need to thrive.
Any high school senior who will be a first-generation college student may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us what it means to be your authentic self, who you are, and how you will pursue your true purpose.
Describe in 550 words or more what it means to be AuthenticallyYOU. Who are you and how will you operate in your true purpose?
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The application deadline is Jul 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Aug 1, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Aug 1, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.