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The Beacon Scholarship for Rural America

Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/1/2023
Closes: 11/30/2024

The Beacon Scholarship for Rural America provides financial assistance for college to residents of rural areas.

Win up to
$1,000
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements
  • This program is open to college-bound graduating high school seniors, current college students, and adult learners who are enrolled to planning to enroll in an accredited college or vocational program.
  • Applicants must reside in a rural area, defined as a county with a population less than 50,000.
  • They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be able to demonstrate financial need.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior, Community College Freshman, Community College Sophomore, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, 5th Year College Undergraduate, Nth Year College Undergraduate
    Location
    • Country: US
    Minimum GPA
    3
    Situation
    Low-Income Household

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