August Engler was a beloved friend whose life and dreams were tragically cut short.
August was very determined and was committed to pursuing a college education. His drive left an indelible mark on all who knew him. Though his journey in higher education was cut short, August serves as an inspiration to others to explore their potential even in the face of uncertainty.
This scholarship aims to honor the life of August Engler by supporting students who have big dreams for their education.
Any high school senior in Massachusetts who will pursue a college degree may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us your story, your inspiration, and how higher education aligns with your dreams, as it did for August.
Applicants are invited to share their stories and aspirations, expressing how a college education aligns with their dreams, just as it did for August. Whether you have a clear direction or are still discovering your path, we welcome you to apply and articulate how education can be a catalyst for personal growth and positive change.
The application deadline is May 12, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jun 7, 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 Jun 7, 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.
If you have any questions about this scholarship or the Bold.org platform, just email contact@bold.org and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.
Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.