Individual Applications
Individual applications are by referral only. Students who have experienced financial or personal hardships become eligible to apply after being identified by or referred to our foundation. We provide the application to those who qualify.
Low-income status/financial hardship is determined by one or more of the following indicators:
Family income is within the lowest 25th percentile of incomes in the region
Parents’ level of education is less than a college degree
Student eligible for the National School Lunch Program
Family is eligible for food stamps and/or government assistance
Priority is given to students of any ethnic group who are:
Motivated and show academic potential
First-generation college students
Experiencing family hardships (e.g., parent(s) deceased or disabled, incarcerated, or with substance abuse problems)
Unsheltered, or in/have been in the foster care system