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Public Service Scholarship

Funded by
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Jul 31, 2024
Winners Announced
Aug 31, 2024
Education Level
Undergraduate, Graduate
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate or graduate student
Field of Study:
Public Service

For many young people today, higher education and an advanced degree can be the key to independence and well-being for themselves and their communities. This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about helping others through careers in public service. This encompasses a range of civil service professions including education, healthcare, legal service, social work etc.

Everyone should have the freedom to follow their passions regardless of the cost, making financial aid crucial in many students’ pursuit of higher education. This scholarship is open to any undergraduate in their senior year or later, graduate student working toward entry to a career in public service, or current professionals in public service with student loans.

To apply, tell us what inspired you to pursue a career in public service and how you plan to use your education to improve your community. A minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA is required for application.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Passion
Published March 8, 2024
Essay Topic

What has inspired your drive towards pursuing a career in public service? How do you hope to use your education to impact your community and the world?

400–600 words

Winning Application

Emma Hynson
East Tennessee State UniversityJohnson City, TN

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Jul 31, 2024. Winners will be announced on Aug 31, 2024.