January Deadlines
Community Foundation of the New River Valley Scholarship Program
The Community Foundation of the NRV manages 50 different scholarship funds and awards scholarships to deserving high school seniors and college students once a year. Each scholarship fund has different application requirements, eligibility criteria, and available funding levels.
These are local scholarships and there are a number that are only available to BHS students.
To learn more about the available scholarships and to apply visit: https://cfnrv.org/scholarships/applicants-information/
DEADLINE: JANUARY 29, 2024 at 5 p.m.
2023 BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship Awards
BBB promotes integrity and ethics in the marketplace through voluntary business self-regulation. The 20th Annual Student of Integrity Scholarship competition honors local high school seniors who personify ethics through leadership, community service, and actions.
Essay-Based Entry Awarding Several $1,000 Scholarships:
Requires students to compose an essay to illustrate your life-long commitment to ethical decision-making.
Complete the online application form: https://www.bbb.org/local/0613/scholarship
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Requires a high school transcript and a letter of recommendation
This is an area scholarship, BHS has had several students receive this award over the years!
DEADLINE: JANUARY 31, 2024
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship application is now open for graduating, minority seniors! JRF Scholars receive grants of up to $30,000 over four years. In additiona scholars receive extensive support services including career guidance and internship placement. For more information and to apply visit: https://jackierobinson.org/scholarship/
DEADLINE: 5:00 p.m. ET on January 10, 2024.
GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship offers college scholarships of up to $40,000 for high school seniors nationwide
who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship.
DEADLINE: January 4, 2024
Mensa US Scholarship
There are two requirements for Mensa US Scholarship applicants:
Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date.
Applicants must submit an application and essay explaining his or her career, academic and/or vocational goals.
DEADLINE: January 15, 2024
2024 BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship Awards
BBB promotes integrity and ethics in the marketplace through voluntary business self-regulation. The 20th Annual Student of Integrity Scholarship competition honors local high school seniors who personify ethics through leadership, community service, and actions.
Application Scoring Criteria
There are three primary sections students will be evaluated on during the review process.
Essay Writing: 40%
Clear and concise writing that presents an ethical dilemma and answers the essay prompt.
Extracurricular Activities: 30%
Highlight your commitment to a job, community service, volunteer work, organization, sports team, or club activity.
Leadership Roles: 30%
Explain the leadership position you held during your extracurricular activities and beyond.
Complete the online application form: https://www.cognitoforms.com/bbbforms/bbbservingwesternvastudentofintegrity2024essayentryform
DEADLINE: JANUARY 31, 2024