Who Can Apply:
- Every student should be able to pursue their career ambitions, regardless of what those may be.
- In today’s society, the path high school students are often encouraged to take after graduation is that of the traditional two or four-year degree. While a college degree is a useful qualification that can unlock many jobs, there are alternate paths that may be preferable for certain students. Trade school, certificate programs, academies, and other endeavors can provide valuable career training, often at a lower cost than a college degree.
- This scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to leave high school and pursue some form of higher education.
- Any high school senior in New Jersey who will be pursuing higher education after graduation in some capacity, such as college, trade school, or certification, may apply for this scholarship.
Submission: To apply, tell us how you plan to create lasting change in your community through your future career path and how your education will help you do so.
Deadline: June 30, 2024
Amount: $1,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/college-kick-start-scholarship/
