Ross Mitchell Memorial Scholarship
The Ross Mitchell Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the vibrant spirit and boundless curiosity of our beloved brother, Ross, whose passion for life and insatiable desire to learn left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
Whether it was tinkering and learning through hands-on methods, mastering a new skill, or embracing every challenge with open arms, Ross believed in living fully and learning constantly.
This scholarship seeks to support students who embody Ross’ zest for discovery, personal growth, and academic excellence.
Any undergraduate student in Texas who shares Ross’ love of learning and life may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us how your love of learning has shaped your growth and your outlook on life and how you see this passion guiding your future. Additionally, upload an image of anything relevant to your love of life or learning.
Describe how your love of learning has shaped your personal growth and influenced your outlook on life. Share experiences—inside or outside the classroom—that have inspired your curiosity, challenged your perspective, or deepened your understanding of the world. How do you see this passion guiding your future?
Winners and Finalists
September 2025
Winning Application
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The application deadline is Aug 5, 2025. Winners will be announced on Sep 5, 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 Sep 5, 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 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.
