Serena Rose Jarvis Memorial College Scholarship
Serena Rose Jarvis was a beloved daughter, sister, and granddaughter who passed away too soon on March 4th, 2020 due to suicide.
Serena had a big personality, loved animals and makeup, and was an incredible artist. She loved her family and friends fiercely. Rena was going to be a large animal veterinarian and dreamed of working in a zoo before her passing. She was a selfless organ donor who was devoted to helping others.
This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Serena Rose Jarvis by supporting students who have faced mental health challenges.
Any high school junior or senior who has at least a 2.0 GPA may apply for this scholarship if they have struggled with mental health or survived suicide and if they’re pursuing a career in mental health or the veterinary field.
To apply, tell us about your experience with mental health.
Please tell us about your mental health story, explaining your journey struggling with and overcoming your mental health obstacles.
Winners and Finalists
January 2025
Winning Application
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The application deadline is Dec 31, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jan 31, 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 Jan 31, 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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