Who Can Apply:
- Many young people face incredible challenges in attempting to access higher education, which can make it impossible to achieve their dreams.
- First-generation college students, in particular, may lack the financial backing they need to pay for test prep resources, college applications, and tuition, and they may not receive any advice from family on how to navigate these processes or find help.
- This scholarship aims to support underserved students who may not have the resources or guidance they need to reach their full potential.
- Any high school senior or high school graduate who will be a first-generation college student may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they’re an Indiana resident with at least a 2.8 GPA and community service experience.
Submission: To apply, tell us how this scholarship would impact you and what you plan to do with your degree.
Deadline: August 24, 2025
Amount: $500
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/beacon-of-opportunity-scholarship/