Burke Brown Scholarship
Academic achievement can be a key ingredient for long-term success, teaching students how to study, work hard, and persevere in the face of challenges.
Embracing this work ethic and determined attitude pays off not just in school but also in the world beyond, helping students to perform well in their future professions and in all of their endeavors. Regardless of the field one is drawn to, a drive to succeed is always useful in opening up new doors, securing promotions, and leading an impactful life.
This scholarship seeks to support high-achieving students who are preparing to leave high school and pursue their college studies.
Any high school student in Georgia who is a U.S. citizen with at least a 2.75 GPA may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, write a short essay in response to the prompt below.
Reflect on the educational opportunities available in the state. How have these opportunities shaped your academic journey and future goals? Propose improvement solutions and explain how you would implement them.
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The application deadline is Apr 15, 2025. Winners will be announced on May 15, 2025.
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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 May 15, 2025. 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.