Walter and Linnie Francis Memorial Scholarship
Walter and Linnie Francis were beloved parents and natives of Jamaica who always believed in the importance of education.
Walter and Linnie instilled a passion for education in the children, always encouraging them to dream big and pursue their career goals. While many students today share this drive and feel called to attend college, it can be difficult to enroll in and complete a degree program. From the financial burden of standardized test prep to the costs of college applications to the significant competition in college admissions and financial aid applications, many students face hurdles on the path toward success.
This scholarship aims to honor the lives of Walter and Linnie Francis by supporting students who are preparing to pursue higher education.
Any Black or African-American high school senior in Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, or Rhode Island may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have a 2.5 - 3.0 GPA and if they will start college in fall 2025. Applicants of Jamaican descent are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, tell us how your culture has influenced your beliefs and academic and professional goals, or how a challenge or accomplishment you’ve experienced has directly impacted the African-American community. Also, please upload a letter of recommendation.
How has your culture influenced your beliefs, college goals, and career aspirations? Alternatively, discuss a challenge you may have faced or an accomplishment you may have experienced which has directly impacted the African-American community.
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The application deadline is Aug 8, 2025. Winners will be announced on Sep 8, 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 8, 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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