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College Kick-Start Scholarship

Funded by
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Maddie
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2024
Winners Announced
Jul 31, 2024
Education Level
High School
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Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school senior
State:
New Jersey
Education Level:
State:
High school senior
New Jersey

Every student should be able to pursue their career ambitions, regardless of what those may be.

In today’s society, the path high school students are often encouraged to take after graduation is that of the traditional two or four-year degree. While a college degree is a useful qualification that can unlock many jobs, there are alternate paths that may be preferable for certain students. Trade school, certificate programs, academies, and other endeavors can provide valuable career training, often at a lower cost than a college degree.

This scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to leave high school and pursue some form of higher education.

Any high school senior in New Jersey who will be pursuing higher education after graduation in some capacity, such as college, trade school, or certification, may apply for this scholarship.

To apply, tell us how you plan to create lasting change in your community through your future career path and how your education will help you do so.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Scholarships for High School SeniorsHigh School ScholarshipsNew Jersey ScholarshipsEssay Scholarships
Published March 13, 2024
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2024
Winners Announced
Jul 31, 2024
Education Level
High School
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Essay Topic

How do you plan to create lasting change in your community through your future career path? How will attending college or trade school help you achieve this?

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

July 2024

Winners
Jason McKelvey
Toms River High School East
Toms River, NJ
Finalists
Lauren Wall
Montclair High School
Montclair, NJ
Jocelyn C.
Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering
Passaic, NJ

Winning Application

Jason McKelvey
Toms River High School EastToms River, NJ

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FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Jun 30, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jul 31, 2024.

How will scholarship application information be used?

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on Jul 31, 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.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

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.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

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.

How should I get in touch with questions?

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.

Does the scholarship have terms and conditions?

Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.

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