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Martin Lightsey Scholarship for Technical Education

Community Foundation Central Blue Ridge
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About the Scholarship

Opens: 11/1/2026
Closes: 3/3/2027

The Martin Lightsey Scholarship for Technical Education provides financial assistance to high school seniors residing in Staunton, Waynesboro, or Augusta County, Virginia. This award supports students pursuing a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree in a technical field in the U.S. Successful applicants demonstrate financial need, strong leadership traits, and a commitment to community service.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Minimum 2.50 GPA
  • Resident of Augusta County, Staunton or Waynesboro, Virginia
  • High school senior
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
  • Pursing studies in a technical field
  • Planning to attend school in the U.S.
  • Participation in community service or leadership
  • Demonstrate financial need

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: VA
    • City: Waynesboro, Staunton
    • County: Augusta
    Intended Area of Study
    Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Statistics, Architecture, Quality Control Technician, Agricultural and Food Products Processing, Manufacturing Engineering, Machine and Metal Working, Mechanics, Information Technology
    Minimum GPA
    2.5
    Activities
    Community Service, Leadership

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