Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship Endowment
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The Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship Endowment Inc., was established in June 2007 to provide scholarships to undergraduates attending historically black colleges and universities.
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria: Open to United States citizens (ages 17-25) who are admitted or enrolled in an accredited four-year historically black college or university in the United States with a minimum grade point average (G.P.A.) of 3.0/4.0. Official Academic transcripts from high school or an accredited four-year college or university; Student must be seeking a bachelor’s degree or certificate of completion from an accredited institution and be a full-time or part-time student. Must provide an acceptance letter from the higher learning institution you are planning to attend Students should have ACT score of 19 or SAT score of 1000. Unofficial copies are acceptable Three letters of reference must be submitted, one from an academic reference, attesting to the applicant’s character, leadership ability, and academic ability. A 500 word essay on the topic of “The importance of personal integrity for leaders.” A completed application form There are no major or field of study criteria or requirements Funds must be used for tuition, fees, and/or books Scholarship funds are not renewable Number of Awards: At least a one-time $2,000 scholarship will be awarded annually. Applications are accepted October 30, 2011 to April 30, 2012. Selected awardees will be notified in writing by May 2012. Awards will be disbursed directly to the institution of higher education on or before August 1, 2012. | |
| Scholarship/Grant Site: www.joshgardnerendowment.org |
