Mississippi First Scholarship
Gulf Coast Heart Institute is a small single-doctor cardiology practice interested in investing in the Jackson County community.
College isn’t just an individual experience, it has the capacity to shape entire communities. Uplifting high school seniors and helping them cross the threshold into college is an important method of ensuring the continued success of a town, preparing the next generation for successful careers and lives that give back to their communities.
This scholarship aims to support students who need financial assistance in order to pursue their dreams of higher education.
Any high school senior at Pascagoula High School, Gautier High School, Ocean Springs High School, Vancleave High School, St. Martin High School, or Moss Point High School in Mississippi may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they demonstrate financial need.
To apply, tell us about yourself and how you plan to make a difference in Mississippi through your education and career.
Please tell us a bit about yourself and how you plan to make a positive impact on the state of Mississippi, and more specifically the Gulf Coast through your education and career.
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The application deadline is Jul 13, 2025. Winners will be announced on Aug 13, 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 Aug 13, 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.