Monday, January 4, 2016

Scholarship Opportunity: Nancy Penn Lyons Scholarship Fund

Purpose

For students with financial need who have been accepted for enrollment at prestigious or out-of-state universities.

 

Eligibility Criteria

  •  Legal resident of Georgia at least one year prior to application

  •  A graduating high school senior

  •  A combined SAT score of 1000 or higher (Math and Critical Reading only) / ACT composite of 22 or higher

  •  Demonstrated financial need

  •  Preference will be given to students attending selective private or out-of-state institutions

  • Cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher

  • Demonstrated history of commitment to community service

  • Students attending public colleges or universities in the state of Georgia are not eligible to receive this scholarship

 

Award Amount

$5,000 annually for up to four years

 

Scholarships Available

Up to five new awards annually

 

Deadline

The deadline for this scholarship for the 2016-2017 academic year is February 15, 2016.

To access the application please visit the online portal for the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta by clicking here.