The son of Haitian immigrants, Patrick Barron is a first-generation college graduate from Seton Hall University where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts - Honors in History, Economics.
His mother valued a good education and played an influential role in his development. Fulfilling a promise, Patrick wants to pay it forward to future college students. He would like to honor his mom by defraying the cost of a college education for someone else.
This scholarship aims to support first-generation, low-income, and high-achieving students who need financial assistance to continue their education.
Any first-generation, low-income, high-achieving, female, high school senior may apply for this scholarship.
To apply, tell us how you’ve overcome adversity in your life.