Barbara A. Walker Memorial Scholarship

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$1,000
2 winners, $500 each
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Application Deadline
Mar 17, 2026
Winners Announced
Apr 17, 2026
Education Level
High School
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school senior
School Name:
Amanda Elzy High School
State:
Mississippi
GPA:
2.5 GPA or higher
ACT Score:
18 or higher

All college-ready students should have the ability to attend college without being thwarted by financial barriers.

Barbara A. Walker was a beloved mother and a lifelong educator who believed strongly in the importance of education. She understood the great impact an education can have on one’s socioeconomic standing and the transformative power of a college degree.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Barbara A. Walker by supporting students who wish to pursue higher education.

Any high school senior at Amanda Elzy High School in Greenwood, Mississippi, may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have at least a 2.5 GPA and if they’ve scored 18 or higher on the ACT.

To apply, tell us about yourself and how growing up in the Mississippi Delta has impacted your life.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published October 9, 2025
Essay Topic

Please tell us a bit about yourself and how your upbringing in the Mississippi Delta has impacted your life.

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Mar 17, 2026. Winners will be announced on Apr 17, 2026.