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Dr. Doretha Pressey Academic Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 2/19/2024
Closes: 3/31/2024

The Dr. Doretha Pressey Academic Scholarship is offered to graduating seniors from high schools in Bamberg County, South Carolina. The program accepts applications from people of African, Indigenous, Asian, or Hispanic descent. Students planning to attend a 4-year college or university full-time are encouraged to apply.

Win up to
$18,000
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Graduating senior from high school in Bamberg County, South Carolina
  • Seeking a bachelor's degree as a fulltime student
  • African, Indigenous, Asian, or Hispanic descent
  • Planning to participate in Southern Scholars’ programs including College Coaching, Mentorships, Community Service, and Travel Opportunities
  • Exhibit determination in the pursuit of goals
  • Commitment to and demonstrated history of giving back and helping those in need
  • Demonstrate financial need by receiving a Pell Grant

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: SC
    • County: Bamberg
    Minimum GPA
    2.5
    Situation
    Pell Grant Eligible

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