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Edward and Grace Ackerman Memorial Scholarship

Polk Education Foundation
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About the Scholarship

Opens: 11/7/2025
Closes: 12/12/2025

The Edward and Grace Ackerman Memorial Scholarship is open to seniors from Lake Region or Winter Haven High Schools in Florida who participate in community service. Students pursuing a professional certification, associate, or bachelor’s degree are eligible. Special consideration is given to those who have held a job during high school.

Win up to
$1,500
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements
  • Minimum 3.00 GPA
  • Resident of Polk County, Florida
  • Attending Lake Region or Winter Haven Senior high schools in Florida
  • High school senior
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
  • Complete a minimum of 75 community service hours
  • Demonstrate financial need Preference is given to students who currently have or have previously held a job during their school career.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: FL
    • County: Polk
    Current School
    Lake Region High School, Winter Haven Senior High School
    Minimum GPA
    3
    Activities
    Community Service

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