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Wolf Gustaveson Memorial Scholarship

$2,000
1 winner$2,000
Open
Application Deadline
May 1, 2025
Winners Announced
Jun 1, 2025
Education Level
High School, Undergraduate
Recent Bold.org scholarship winners
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school or undergraduate student
Field of Study:
Automotive technology
State:
Illinois

Wolf Gustaveson was a beloved son whose young life was tragically cut short before he was able to achieve his life’s purpose.

Wolf was a college freshman pursuing automotive technology at Southern Illinois University when he died in a car accident on his way to class. Wolf was a talented student who surely would have gone on to a successful career in order to achieve his dreams of helping others.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Wolf Gustaveson by supporting students who share his kind spirit and passion for automotive technology.

Any high school or undergraduate student in Illinois who is pursuing automotive technology may apply for this scholarship opportunity.

To apply, tell us about yourself as well as an experience that helped you find purpose and how it influenced you to make a meaningful difference in others’ lives.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Passion
Published March 2, 2024
Essay Topic

Please tell us a bit about yourself. Also, share an experience that has helped you find purpose and it has influenced you to make meaningful contributions to the lives of others.

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is May 1, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jun 1, 2025.