Future Scholars

• Completed Application no later than the posted due date. *Any late applications submitted are automatically rejected.*

• Tax Documentation from the latest 2 fiscal years (2023 and 2024). Please ensure that the tax documentation is the 1040 form that includes all appropriate supplemental schedules, documentation etc. Redacted forms to withhold certain information for privacy concerns are acceptable on an as-requested basis.

• Official transcript forwarded to us through the Counselor’s office.

• One-Page Resume

• (2) Personal Statements

- Examine a personal hardship you had to face. Reflect on your actions and decisions during that situation and what influenced them. Describe how you were able to manage yourself and others affected by this hardship. (750 words max)

- Describe how receiving this scholarship would impact your personal and educational aspirations. Will there be any particular hardship or financial woe alleviated by receiving this scholarship? Are there any resources, activities, or avenues that this scholarship will help open for you during your higher education journey? (500 words max)

• (1) Optional Statement

- Describe a meaningful personal experience or a pressing societal issue that has shaped your perspective. Explain how individual actions, whether through leadership, advocacy, or everyday choices, can influence the outcome or help create a positive change. (500 words max)

• Applicants selected for the interview process will be contacted via email for an interview. You will be asked to offer days and times that work for your schedule.

• All interviews will be conducted virtually through Microsoft Teams. Please ensure you have a computer with this application available.

• All interviewees are required to have their cameras on. Please ensure that your camera is operational prior to the interview.

• Prior to the interview beginning, the interviewer will request consent to record the conversation. This is optional, but preferred to ensure a thorough review.

For any questions about the application and interview process, please complete the form on the Contact Us page or email us at applications@garlandopportunity.org.